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2-Hydroxyacetophenone

Also known as: Phenacyl alcohol, Glycolophenone, 2-Hydroxy-1-phenylethanone, Benzoylcarbinol, Hydroxymethyl phenyl ketone, alpha-Hydroxyacetophenone, Acetophenone, 2-hydroxy-, Ethanone, 2-hydroxy-1-phenyl-, 2-Hydroxyacetophenone, Methanol, benzoyl-, MFCD00041829, EINECS 209-480-8

2-Hydroxyacetophenone (CAS 582-24-1) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O2 and a molecular weight of 136.148 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 86-89 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 244.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 100.4±12.4 °C. 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 Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
582-24-1
Jingsj CID
J-45823-1
Molecular Formula
C8H8O2
Molecular Weight
136.148 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point86-89 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point244.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point100.4±12.4 °C
Exact Mass136.052429
PSA37.30000
LogP0.44
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.551

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHIV
Additional Information[1]. M D Bentley, et al. 2-Hydroxyacetophenone: principal root volatile of the East African medicinal plant, Carissa edulis. J Nat Prod. Nov-Dec 1984;47(6):1056-7. [2]. Min Zhuang, et al. Procyanidins and butanol extract of Cinnamomi Cortex inhibit SARS-CoV infection. Antiviral Res. 2009 Apr;82(1):73-81.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2914400090
Summary2914400090 other ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxyacetophenone?

The CAS number of 2-Hydroxyacetophenone is 582-24-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxyacetophenone?

2-Hydroxyacetophenone has molecular formula C8H8O2 and molecular weight 136.148 g/mol.

Is 2-Hydroxyacetophenone hazardous?

2-Hydroxyacetophenone 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-Hydroxyacetophenone?

For 2-Hydroxyacetophenone, Upstream Products: 2-Bromoacetophenone, 1-Phenyl-1-trimethylsiloxyethylene, Styrene oxide; Downstream Products: 2'-Hydroxy-4-methoxychalcone, 2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-1-phenylethanone, Allyl ether.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Hydroxyacetophenone (CAS 582-24-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-45823-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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