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4-Methylbenzyl alcohol

4-Methylbenzyl alcohol chemical structure
CAS Number589-18-4
FormulaCH3C6H4CH2OH
Mol. Weight122.16 g/mol

What is 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol?

4-Methylbenzyl alcohol is a chemical compound with CAS number 589-18-4 and molecular formula CH3C6H4CH2OH. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

4-Methylbenzyl alcohol was used in the preparation of polycarbonates1. It was also used to synthesize alcohols2.

Specifications

Linear Formula

CH3C6H4CH2OH

Molecular Weight

122.16 g/mol

Assay/Purity

98%

Boiling Point

217 °C(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H315-H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face particle respirator type N100 (US), Gloves, respirator cartridge type N100 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges

Melting Point

59-61 °C(lit.)

EC Number

209-639-1

WGK Germany

2

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