Chemical Intermediates

CAS: 612-14-6

Appearance: Off-white powder

Purity: ≥98%

Capacity: 200mt/year MOQ: 100g

Application: organic intermediate

Standard: Enterprise export

Manufacturer: Jinan Finer Chemical Co., Ltd

Synonyms: 1,2-Di(hydroxymethyl)benzene o-Xylene-alpha,alpha’-diol

Molecular Formula: C8H10O2

Molecular Weight: 138.16

CAS Registry Number: 612-14-6

EINECS: 210-293-9

Melting point: 61-64 ºC

1,2-Benzenedimethanol, also known as o-xylene-α,α’-diol or phthalyl alcohol, is a chemical compound with the CAS number 612-14-6. It features two hydroxyl groups attached to adjacent carbon atoms on a benzene ring. This compound is widely used in organic synthesis, particularly as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and other chemicals. 1,2-Benzenedimethanol is typically a white to grayish-white powder or crystalline solid with a specific melting and boiling point. It is soluble in water, ether, ethanol, and benzene, making it versatile for various applications.

Property Type	Property Value
Chemical Name	1,2-Benzenedimethanol
CAS Number	612-14-6
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2
Molecular Weight	138.16 g/mol
Physical Properties
– Appearance	White to grayish-white powder or crystalline solid
– Melting Point	61-65 °C
– Boiling Point	291.3±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
– Density	1.2±0.1 g/cm³
– Solubility	Soluble in water, ether, ethanol, and benzene
Chemical Properties
– Refractive Index	1.5590 (estimate)
– Flash Point	145.3±16.4 °C
– pH (in water)	Not available
– Stability	Stable under normal conditions
– Reactivity	May react with acids, acyl chlorides, anhydrides, and oxidizing agents

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