2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde
Also known as: Mesitaldehyde, Mesitylaldehyde, 2-Formylmesitylene, 2-Formyl-1,3,5-trimethylbenzene, Benzaldehyde, 2,4,6-trimethyl-, Mesitylene-2-carbaldehyde
2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde (CAS 487-68-3) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O and a molecular weight of 148.202 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 10-12 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 241.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 105.6±0.0 °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.
- 487-68-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-5489-6
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O
- Molecular Weight
- 148.202 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 10-12 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 241.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 105.6±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 148.088821 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 3.02 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.546 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2912299000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2912299000. other cyclic aldehydes without other oxygen function. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde?
The CAS number of 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde is 487-68-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde?
2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde has molecular formula C10H12O and molecular weight 148.202 g/mol.
Is 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde hazardous?
2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde 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 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde?
For 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzaldehyde, Upstream Products: 2-(Bromomethyl)-1,3,5-trimethylbenzene, 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol, 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: 1,2,3,5-tetramethylbenzene, Mesitylene, 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol.
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