5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol

Also known as: 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-chlorophenol, 4-Chloro-2-(hydroxymethyl)phenol, 5-CHLORO-2-HYDROXYPHENYLMETHYL CARBINOL, 5-CHLOROSALICYL ALCOHOL, 5-CHLOROSALIGENIN, 5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzenemethanol, 5-Chlorosalicyl alcohol, 5-chlorosaligenin, Benzenemethanol,5-chloro-2-hydroxy, RARECHEM AL BD 0041, Saligenin,5-chloro, MFCD00021967, EINECS 226-225-6

5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol (CAS 5330-38-1) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 158.58200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 90ºC, a boiling point of 258.2ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.395g/cm3 and a flash point of 110ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 5330-38-1
Jingsj CID: J-45893-5
Molecular Formula: C₇H₇ClO₂
Molecular Weight: 158.58200 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	90ºC
Boiling Point	258.2ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.395g/cm3
Flash Point	110ºC
Exact Mass	158.01300
PSA	40.46000
LogP	1.53790
Refractive Index	1.611

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2908199090
Summary	HS: 2908199090. derivatives of polyphenols or phenol-alcohols containing only halogen substituents and their salts. VAT:17.0%. tax rebate rate:9.0%. supervision conditions:None. MFN tariff:5.5%. general tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol is 5330-38-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol?

5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C7H7ClO2 and molecular weight 158.58200 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol?

For 5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 5-Chlorosalicylaldehyde, 5-Chlorosalicylic acid, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: 5-Chlorosalicylic acid, Dichlorophen, 5-Chlorosalicylaldehyde.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzyl alcohol (CAS 5330-38-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-45893-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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