2,6-Dimethylphenol
Also known as: 2,6-Xylenol, 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 2,6-di-methyl phenol, 2,6-Me2C6H3OH, 2,6-Me-PhOH, 1-hydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzene, 2-hydroxy-1,3-dimethylbenzene, Phenol, 2,6-dimethyl-, EINECS 209-400-1, MFCD00002240
2,6-Dimethylphenol (CAS 576-26-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10O and a molecular weight of 122.164 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 43-45 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 201.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 78.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 576-26-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-35791-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O
- Molecular Weight
- 122.164 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 43-45 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 201.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 78.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 122.073166 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 2.40 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.540 |
| Additional Property | 10 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2907199090 other monophenols 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 2,6-Dimethylphenol?
The CAS number of 2,6-Dimethylphenol is 576-26-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethylphenol?
2,6-Dimethylphenol has molecular formula C8H10O and molecular weight 122.164 g/mol.
Is 2,6-Dimethylphenol hazardous?
2,6-Dimethylphenol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,6-Dimethylphenol?
For 2,6-Dimethylphenol, Upstream Products: 2-bromo-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 2-Chloro-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 2,6-Dimethylphenylboronic acid; Downstream Products: 2,6-Dimethylhydroquinone, 2,6-dimethyl-p-benzoquinone, 3,3',5,5'-Tetramethyldiphenoquinone.
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