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Eugenol

Also known as: 1-allyl-4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzene, 2-Methoxy-4-allylphenol, 2-methoxy-4-(2-propen-1-yl)phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(prop-2-en-1-yl)phenol, 2-methoxy-4-allyl phenol, 4-Allyl-2-methoxyphenol, 4-Allylcatechol-2-methyl ether, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyallylbenzene, 4-allylguaiacol, Caryophyllic acid, Eugenic acid, FEMA 2467, p-Allylguaiacol, p-Eugenol, Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(2-propen-1-yl)-

Eugenol (CAS 97-53-0) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.201 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −12-−10 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 255.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 119.8±8.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
97-53-0
Jingsj CID
J-32774-3
Molecular Formula
C10H12O2
Molecular Weight
164.201 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point−12-−10 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point255.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point119.8±8.1 °C
Exact Mass164.083725
PSA29.46000
LogP2.20
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.536
Additional Propertyslightly soluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Activity & Biological Data

TargetBacterial, Parasite[1]
Additional Information[1]. Pessoa LM, et al. Anthelmintic activity of essential oil of Ocimum gratissimum Linn. and eugenol against Haemonchus contortus. Vet Parasitol. 2002 Oct 16;109(1-2):59-63. [2]. Reddy AC, et al. Studies on the inhibitory effects of curcumin and eugenol on the formation of reactive oxygenspecies and the oxidation of ferrous iron. Mol Cell Biochem. 1994 Aug 17;137(1):1-8. [3]. Garabadu D, et al. Protective effect of eugenol against restraint stress-induced gastrointestinal dysfunction: Potential use in irritable bowel syndrome. Pharm Biol. 2015 Jul;53(7):968-74. [4]. Sharma JN, et al. Suppressive effects of eugenol and ginger oil on arthritic rats. Pharmacology. 1994 Nov;49(5):314-8.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2909500000
Summary2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols 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 Eugenol?

The CAS number of Eugenol is 97-53-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Eugenol?

Eugenol has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.201 g/mol.

Is Eugenol hazardous?

Eugenol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Eugenol?

For Eugenol, Upstream Products: 1-allyloxy-2-methoxybenzene, Eugenyl acetate, Guaiacol; Downstream Products: Elemicin, 4-Acetoxy-3-methoxyphenylacetic acid, Myristicin.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Eugenol (CAS 97-53-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-32774-3 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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