Salicyl alcohol
Also known as: 2-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)phenol, 2-Hydroxybenzenemethanol, o-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, Saligenin, α,2-Dihydroxytoluene, α-Hydroxy-o-cresol, 1-(o-Hydroxyphenyl)methanol, Benzenemethanol, 2-hydroxy-
Salicyl alcohol (CAS 90-01-7) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O2 and a molecular weight of 124.137 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 83-85 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 238.6±7.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 115.2±12.8 °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.
- 90-01-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-24675-4
- Molecular Formula
- C7H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 124.137 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 83-85 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 238.6±7.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 115.2±12.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 124.052429 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 0.30 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.596 |
| Stability | Stable. Incompatible with acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, strong oxidizing agents. |
| Additional Property | 67 g/L (22 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907299090 |
|---|---|
| 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 Salicyl alcohol?
The CAS number of Salicyl alcohol is 90-01-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Salicyl alcohol?
Salicyl alcohol has molecular formula C7H8O2 and molecular weight 124.137 g/mol.
Is Salicyl alcohol hazardous?
Salicyl 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 Salicyl alcohol?
For Salicyl alcohol, Upstream Products: Salicylaldehyde, 2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: 2-Ethoxychroman, Methyl salicylate, Ethyl 2-(2-(hydroxymethyl)phenoxy)acetate.
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