2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone

Also known as: 1-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propan-1-one, 1-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-1-propanone, 2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl ethyl ketone, 2,4-Dihydroxypropiophenone, 4-Propionylresorcinol, Ethyl 2,4-dihydroxyphenyl ketone, MFCD00002280, EINECS 227-329-4

2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone (CAS 5792-36-9) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O3 and a molecular weight of 166.17400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 95-98 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 178 °C / 7mmHg and a density of 1.237 g/cm3. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.: 5792-36-9
Jingsj CID: J-45558-3
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight: 166.17400 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	95-98 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	178 °C / 7mmHg
Density	1.237 g/cm3
Exact Mass	166.06300
PSA	57.53000
LogP	1.69050

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

H315 — Causes skin irritation
H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone?

The CAS number of 2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone is 5792-36-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone?

2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone has molecular formula C9H10O3 and molecular weight 166.17400 g/mol.

Is 2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone hazardous?

2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone?

For 2',4'-Dihydroxypropiophenone, Upstream Products: Resorcinol, Propionyl chloride, Propionic anhydride; Downstream Products: 7-Methoxy-3-methyl-2-phenyl-4H-chromen-4-one, 4-Propylresorcinol, 2'-Hydroxy-4'-methoxypropiophenone.

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Last updated: 11/3/2026

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