2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)diphenyl ether

2,2'-双(羟甲基)二苯醚

Also known as: (Oxydi-2,1-phenylene)dimethanol, Benzenemethanol, 2,2'-oxybis-, 2,2'-Oxydi(benzyl Alcohol), Bis(2-hydroxymethylphenyl)-ether, [2-[2-(hydroxymethyl)phenoxy]phenyl]methanol, [oxybis(2,1-phenylene)]dimethanol

2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)diphenyl ether (CAS 10038-40-1) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H14O3 and a molecular weight of 230.259 g/mol. It is also known as (Oxydi-2,1-phenylene)dimethanol, Benzenemethanol, 2,2'-oxybis- and 2,2'-Oxydi(benzyl Alcohol). Key properties include a melting point of 99ºC, a boiling point of 385.9±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 187.2±26.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 10038-40-1
Jingsj CID: J-48945-0
Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₄O₃
Chinese Name: 2,2'-双(羟甲基)二苯醚
Molecular Weight: 230.259 g/mol
Category: Ethers
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	99ºC
Boiling Point	385.9±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	187.2±26.5 °C
Exact Mass	230.094299
PSA	49.69000
LogP	1.84
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.616

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2909499000
Summary	2909499000. ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. 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 2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)diphenyl ether?

The CAS number of 2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)diphenyl ether is 10038-40-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)diphenyl ether?

2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)diphenyl ether has molecular formula C14H14O3 and molecular weight 230.259 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)diphenyl ether?

For 2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)diphenyl ether, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, Diphenyl ether; Downstream Products: 2,2'-Oxydibenzaldehyde.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2,2'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)diphenyl ether (CAS 10038-40-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48945-0 (accessed 2026-10-28).

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