1,2-Dimethoxybenzene
Also known as: Veratrole, o-Dimethoxybenzene, Catechol dimethyl ether, Pyrocatechol dimethyl ether, 2-Methoxyanisole, 1,2-dimethoxy-benzene, Dimethylpyrocatechin, Guaiacol methyl ether
1,2-Dimethoxybenzene (CAS 91-16-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons 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 15 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 206.3±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 87.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 91-16-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-2754-8
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 138.164 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 15 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 206.3±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 87.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 138.068085 |
| PSA | 18.46000 |
| LogP | 1.96 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.488 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Alok K Gupta, et al. Identification of White Campion (Silene Latifolia) Guaiacol O-methyltransferase Involved in the Biosynthesis of Veratrole, a Key Volatile for Pollinator Attraction. BMC Plant Biol. 2012 Aug 31;12:158. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909309090 |
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| 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 1,2-Dimethoxybenzene?
The CAS number of 1,2-Dimethoxybenzene is 91-16-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-Dimethoxybenzene?
1,2-Dimethoxybenzene has molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.164 g/mol.
Is 1,2-Dimethoxybenzene hazardous?
1,2-Dimethoxybenzene has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,2-Dimethoxybenzene?
For 1,2-Dimethoxybenzene, Upstream Products: Tetramethyl orthosilicate, 4-Methoxyphenol, iodomethane; Downstream Products: 1-Fluoro-2,3-dimethoxybenzene, 4-Ethynyl-1,2-dimethoxybenzene, 2,3-Dimethoxybenzonitrile.
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