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2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone

Also known as: 1,4-Benzenediol, 2,6-dimethoxy, 1,4-Dihydroxy-2,6-dimethoxybenzene, 1,4-Dihydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzene, 2,5-Dihydroxy-1,3-dimethoxybenzene, 2,6-Dimethoxy-1,4-benzenediol, 2,6-Dimethoxy-1,4-benzohydroquinone, 2,6-Dimethoxy-4-hydroxyphenol, 2,6-Dimethoxyquinol, 2,6-dimethoxy-1,4-dihydroxybenzene, 2,6-dimethoxy-1,4-hydroquinone, 2,6-dimethoxybenzene-1,4-diol, 3,5-Dimethoxyhydroquinone, Hydroquinone, 2,6-dimethoxy

2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone (CAS 15233-65-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O4 and a molecular weight of 170.16300 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 158-162 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 352.924ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.267 g/cm3 and a flash point of 167.243ºC. 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.
15233-65-5
Jingsj CID
J-5728-3
Molecular Formula
C8H10O4
Molecular Weight
170.16300 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point158-162 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point352.924ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.267 g/cm3
Flash Point167.243ºC
Exact Mass170.05800
PSA58.92000
LogP1.11500
Vapor Pressure1.82E-05mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.559

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2909500000
Summary2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives 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 2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone?

The CAS number of 2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone is 15233-65-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone?

2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone has molecular formula C8H10O4 and molecular weight 170.16300 g/mol.

Is 2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone hazardous?

2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone 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 2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone?

For 2,6-Dimethoxyhydroquinone, Upstream Products: Syringaldehyde, 2,6-Dimethoxy-1,4-benzoquinone, 3,5-Dimethoxyphenol; Downstream Products: 3,4,5-Trimethoxyphenol, 2,4,6-Trimethoxyphenol, 1,2,3,5-Tetramethoxybenzene.

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