5-Methoxyresorcinol
Also known as: 1,3-Benzenediol, 5-methoxy-, 1,3-Dihydroxy-5-methoxybenzene, 1-Methoxy-3,5-benzenediol, 3,5-Dihydroxyanisole, 3-Hydroxy-5-methoxyphenol, 5-Methoxy-1,3-benzenediol, 5-Methoxybenzene-1,3-diol, Flamenol, Phloroglucinol monomethyl ether, Phloroglucinol monomethyl ether hydrate
5-Methoxyresorcinol (CAS 2174-64-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O3 and a molecular weight of 140.137 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 78-80 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 326.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 122.5±19.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2174-64-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-8392-1
- Molecular Formula
- C7H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 140.137 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 78-80 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 326.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 122.5±19.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 140.047348 |
| PSA | 49.69000 |
| LogP | 0.91 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.580 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909500000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909500000 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 5-Methoxyresorcinol?
The CAS number of 5-Methoxyresorcinol is 2174-64-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methoxyresorcinol?
5-Methoxyresorcinol has molecular formula C7H8O3 and molecular weight 140.137 g/mol.
Is 5-Methoxyresorcinol hazardous?
5-Methoxyresorcinol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
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