4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol
Also known as: Tyrosol, p-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol, 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol, 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol, p-Hydroxyphenylethanol, p-Tyrosol, 4-Hydroxyphenylethanol
4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol (CAS 501-94-0) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O2 and a molecular weight of 138.16 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 89-92 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 375.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 180.7±23.7 °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. It is listed by 1 supplier; request a quote for pricing. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 501-94-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-26595-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 138.16 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
| Supplier | Purity / Pack | Base Price | Unit Price | Origin | |
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Made to Order | - | - | CN China |
Physicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 89-92 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 375.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 180.7±23.7 °C |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 0.04 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.598 |
| Additional Property | slightly soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Luo G, et al. Tyrosol attenuates pro-inflammatory cytokines from cultured astrocytes and NF-κB activation in in vitro oxygen glucose deprivation. Neurochem Int. 2018 Dec;121:140-145. [2]. Muriana FJG, et al. Tyrosol and its metabolites as antioxidative and anti-inflammatory molecules in human endothelial cells. Food Funct. 2017 Aug 1;8(8):2905-2914. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907299090 |
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| Summary | 2907299090 polyphenols; phenol-alcohols。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。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 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol?
The CAS number of 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol is 501-94-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol?
4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.16 g/mol.
Which suppliers offer 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol?
1 supplier(s) listed; request a quote for pricing.
Is 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol hazardous?
4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol 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 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol?
For 4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid, Methyl 4-hydroxyphenylacetate, Phenethyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 4-(Phenylmethoxy)-benzeneacetaldehyde, 4-(2-Methoxyethyl)phenol, 2-(3-Bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)ethanol.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol (CAS 501-94-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-26595-7 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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