2,6-Dimethoxyphenol

Independent reference data for 2,6-Dimethoxyphenol (CAS 91-10-1), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as flavoring agent or adjuvant; [FDA]Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms and trade names

2,6-DIMETHOXYPHENOL; 91-10-1; Syringol; Pyrogallol 1,3-dimethyl ether; Phenol, 2,6-dimethoxy-; 1,3-Dimethoxy-2-hydroxybenzene; 2-Hydroxy-1,3-dimethoxybenzene; 1,3-Dimethyl pyrogallate; 1,3-Di-o-methylpyrogallol; Pyrogallol dimethylether; FEMA No. 3137; DTXSID2052607; 4UQT464H8K; CHEBI:955; DTXCID0031180; RefChem:83270

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Phenol No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1711)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1711)
Reported hazard statements	H302

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for < 0.1% (1 of 1711) of reports.

H302 (> 99.9%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

What the public record says

2,6-Dimethoxyphenol is identified by CAS 91-10-1, molecular formula C8H10O3 and molecular weight 154.06 g/mol. UNII 4UQT464H8K; ChEBI 955; InChIKey KLIDCXVFHGNTTM-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 260.00 to 261.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 261-262 °C; Melting Point: 55 - 56 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.