4-HYDROXY-3,5-DIMETHOXYBENZYL ALCOHOL

CAS NO.：530-56-3
Empirical Formula: C9H12O4
Molecular Weight: 184.19
MDL number: MFCD00016871
EINECS: 208-485-2
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-11-04 20:04:50

What is 4-HYDROXY-3,5-DIMETHOXYBENZYL ALCOHOL?

Description

Syringol (2,6-dimethoxyphenol), like its relative guaiacol, is a lignin pyrolysis product and a component of wood and charcoal smoke. It is the main aroma principle of smoked and grilled foods?and is used in synthetic smoke flavorings.
How did syringol get its name? It’s structurally similar to syringin, a glycoside isolated from Syringa vulgaris (common lilac).
Think about syringol when you’re preparing for your Labor Day barbecue!

The Uses of 4-HYDROXY-3,5-DIMETHOXYBENZYL ALCOHOL

4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzyl alcohol is a 2,4,6- substituted phenol with antiviral properties.

Definition

ChEBI: A member of the class of phenols that is phenol substituted by a hydroxymethyl group at position 4 and methoxy groups at positions 2 and 6 respectively.

Properties of 4-HYDROXY-3,5-DIMETHOXYBENZYL ALCOHOL

Melting point:	50-57 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	261 °C(lit.)
Density	1.230±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	Store at -20°C
solubility	Sparingly soluble (0.40 g/L at 25°C).
pka	9.77±0.23(Predicted)
form	Solid
color	Pale Brown to Light Brown
BRN	1873975
CAS DataBase Reference	530-56-3(CAS DataBase Reference)

Safety information for 4-HYDROXY-3,5-DIMETHOXYBENZYL ALCOHOL

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P304+P340:IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P405:Store locked up.