1,4-Dimethoxybenzene
Also known as: p-Dimethoxybenzene, Hydroquinone dimethyl ether, Dimethylhydroquinone, Dimethyl hydroquinone ether, Quinol dimethyl ether, 4-Methoxyanisole, Anisole, p-methoxy-, Methyl p-methoxyphenyl ether, DMB, Benzene, 1,4-dimethoxy-, Benzene, p-dimethoxy-, 1,4-Dimethoxybenzol, p-Methoxyanisole
1,4-Dimethoxybenzene (CAS 150-78-7) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O2 and a molecular weight of 138.164 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 54-56 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 212.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 73.5±19.4 °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.
- 150-78-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-12426-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 138.164 g/mol
- Category
- Ethers
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 54-56 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 212.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 73.5±19.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 138.068085 |
| PSA | 18.46000 |
| LogP | 2.10 |
| Additional Property | 4.8 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.488 |
| Additional Property | 0.8 g/l (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909309090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909309090 other aromatic ethers 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 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene?
The CAS number of 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene is 150-78-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene?
1,4-Dimethoxybenzene has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.164 g/mol.
Is 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene hazardous?
1,4-Dimethoxybenzene 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 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene?
For 1,4-Dimethoxybenzene, Upstream Products: Hydroquinone, iodomethane, Dimethyl sulfate; Downstream Products: 4-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)butanoic acid, N-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetamide, 1-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)propan-1-one.
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