Name | 2-hydroxyphenethyl alcohol |
Synonyms | NSC 101845 2-Hydroxyphenylethanol 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol o-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol 2-(2-hydroxyethyl)phenol 2-(o-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol 2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol 2-HYDROXYPHENETHYL ALCOHOL o-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol 2-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol 2-hydroxyphenethyl alcohol Phenethyl alcohol, o-hydroxy- beta-(o-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol |
CAS | 7768-28-7 |
EINECS | 231-863-3 |
InChI | InChI=1/C8H10O2/c9-6-5-7-3-1-2-4-8(7)10/h1-4,9-10H,5-6H2 |
Molecular Formula | C8H10O2 |
Molar Mass | 138.16 |
Density | 1.159g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 168-169°C2mm Hg(lit.) |
Flash Point | >230°F |
Solubility | Chloroform, DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly) |
Vapor Presure | 1.83E-05mmHg at 25°C |
Appearance | Viscous Liquid |
Color | Clear yellow to yellow-brownish |
Storage Condition | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
Stability | Light Sensitive |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.559(lit.) |
Risk Codes | R22 - Harmful if swallowed R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
WGK Germany | 2 |
HS Code | 29072990 |
2-Hydroxyphenylethanol, also known as 2-phenylethanol phenol, is an organic compound.
Nature:
1. 2-Hydroxyphenylethanol is a colorless to light yellow liquid with an aromatic taste.
2. Soluble in common solvents such as water, ethanol, and ether. It is stable at room temperature.
Method:
There are various methods for preparing 2-hydroxyphenylethanol, among which the most common one is obtained by reacting the aromatic compound phenylethanol with hydrogen peroxide under alkaline conditions. It can also be obtained through the reduction reaction of allyl ketone and 2-hydroxyphenylethanol ester.
Security information:
1. Irritating to eyes and skin, attention should be paid to avoiding contact.
2. During use, relevant safety operating procedures should be followed and stored away from sources of fire and oxidants.