Dihydroeugenol

Independent reference data for Dihydroeugenol (CAS 2785-87-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as flavoring and fragrance ingredient (L1609).Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms and trade names

2-METHOXY-4-PROPYLPHENOL; 2785-87-7; Dihydroeugenol; 4-Propylguaiacol; Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-propyl-; Guaiacylpropane; Cerulignol; Coerulignol; p-Propylguaiacol; 4-Propyl-2-methoxyphenol; p-n-Propylguaiacol; (4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)propane; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxypropylbenzene; 1-Propyl-3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzene; 1-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)propane; FEMA No. 3598

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 Clove, Phenol No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H317 (97.9%), H319 (92.9%)

H317 (97.9%): May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin]

H319 (92.9%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

What the public record says

2-Methoxy-4-propylphenol is identified by CAS 2785-87-7, molecular formula C10H14O2 and molecular weight 166.10 g/mol. UNII A3XE712277; ChEBI 167417; InChIKey PXIKRTCSSLJURC-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 125.00 to 126.00 °C. @ 14.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 250 °C; Density: 1.034-1.040.

Physical description and handling notes

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