3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99%

Name: 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010160

About 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99%

3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol (CAS 620-24-6) is a phenolic building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 99%. With the molecular formula C7H8O2, it has a molar mass of 124.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3-(hydroxymethyl)phenol. It is also known as 3-Methylolphenol or 3-Hydroxybenzenemethanol.

In its supplied form it is white to off-white to brown powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 69-72 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include fine chemical synthesis and organic synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol in 5 g, 10 g and 50 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010160
CAS Number	620-24-6
IUPAC name	3-(hydroxymethyl)phenol
Molecular formula	C₇H₈O₂
Molecular weight	124.14 g/mol
Exact mass	124.0524
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29039990
InChIKey	OKVJCVWFVRATSG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC(=C1)O)CO
PubChem CID	102

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white to brown powder or crystals
Melting point	69-72 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	40.5 Å²
Synonyms	3-Methylolphenol, 3-Hydroxybenzenemethanol, Benzenemethanol, 3-hydroxy-, m-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, Benzyl alcohol, m-hydroxy-, 3-methylol phenol, meta-hydroxybenzyl alcohol, KSD 2405, 3-Hydroxybenzylalcohol, 3-hydroxymethylphenol, 3-Hydroxymethyl-phenol, 3-(hydroxymethyl)-phenol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99% is 620-24-6. It is also known as 3-Methylolphenol, 3-Hydroxybenzenemethanol, Benzenemethanol, 3-hydroxy-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99%?

3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99% has the molecular formula C7H8O2 and a molecular weight of 124.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-(hydroxymethyl)phenol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99% can I order?

We supply 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99% in (99%) grade, in 5 g, 10 g, 50 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.