4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98%

Name: 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010018

About 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98%

4-Methyl benzyl alcohol is an alcohol building block carrying the CAS registry number 589-18-4 with a typical assay of 98%. Formula C8H10O, molecular weight 122.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (4-methylphenyl)methanol. It is also known as 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol or p-Tolylcarbinol.

In its supplied form it is white to off-white powder or crystals. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol in 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010018
CAS Number	589-18-4
IUPAC name	(4-methylphenyl)methanol
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₀O
Molecular weight	122.16 g/mol
Exact mass	122.0732
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29062990
InChIKey	KMTDMTZBNYGUNX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=C(C=C1)CO
PubChem CID	11505

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	4-Methylbenzyl alcohol, p-Tolylcarbinol, Benzenemethanol, 4-methyl-, 4-Tolylcarbinol, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)toluene, p-Toluyl alcohol, 4-methylbenzenemethanol, alpha-Hydroxy-p-xylene, Benzyl alcohol, p-methyl-, p-Methylbenzylalcohol, 4-Methyl-benzenemethanol, 4-Methyl benzenemethanol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, 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 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98% is 589-18-4. It is also known as 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol, p-Tolylcarbinol, Benzenemethanol, 4-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98%?

4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98% has the molecular formula C8H10O and a molecular weight of 122.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (4-methylphenyl)methanol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98% can I order?

We supply 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98% 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 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Methyl benzyl alcohol, 98% 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.