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3-Methylbenzyl alcohol

Also known as: (3-Methylphenyl)methanol, m-Methylbenzyl alcohol, m-Tolylmethanol, m-Tolualcohol, m-Tolyl carbinol, alpha-Hydroxy-m-xylene, NSC 9397

3-Methylbenzyl alcohol (CAS 587-03-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O and a molecular weight of 122.16400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 215 °C740 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.015 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 105.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
587-03-1
Jingsj CID
J-6952-3
Molecular Formula
C8H10O
Molecular Weight
122.16400 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point215 °C740 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.015 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point105.6 °C
Exact Mass122.07300
PSA20.23000
LogP1.48730
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.534(lit.)

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2906299090
Summary2906299090 other aromatic alcohols。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 3-Methylbenzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 3-Methylbenzyl alcohol is 587-03-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylbenzyl alcohol?

3-Methylbenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H10O and molecular weight 122.16400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Methylbenzyl alcohol?

For 3-Methylbenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: m-Tolualdehyde, 3-Methylbenzoic acid, N,N-Diethyl-m-toluamide; Downstream Products: m-Xylene, 3-Methylphenethyl alcohol, m-Tolualdehyde.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Methylbenzyl alcohol (CAS 587-03-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-6952-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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