Vanillyl alcohol

CAS 498-00-0C8H10O3MW 154.06 g/mol

Vanillyl alcohol (CAS 498-00-0) — formula C8H10O3, molecular weight 154.06 g/mol.

Product Overview

CAS Number	498-00-0
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3
Molecular Weight	154.06 g/mol
Melting Point	114 - 115 °C
Boiling Point	312.00 to 313.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
LogP	0.420
Applications	Uses: Used as a flavoring agent, [FDA], Use Classification: Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes, Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index, Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Applications

Documented applications: Uses: Used as a flavoring agent, [FDA], Use Classification: Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes, Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index, Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes.

Technical Profile

What this product is

Vanillyl alcohol is a chemical compound with CAS registry number 498-00-0 and molecular formula C8H10O3 (molecular weight 154.06 g/mol).

Identification

CAS number: 498-00-0

Its molecular formula C8H10O3 comprises 8 C, 10 H, 3 O atoms.

Also known as: Vanillyl alcohol · 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Vanillyl alcohol?

The CAS registry number of Vanillyl alcohol is 498-00-0.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Vanillyl alcohol?

Molecular formula C8H10O3, molecular weight 154.06 g/mol.

What other names is Vanillyl alcohol known by?

It is also registered under: Vanillyl alcohol, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol.

What are the documented applications of Vanillyl alcohol?

Recorded applications: Uses: Used as a flavoring agent, [FDA], Use Classification: Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes, Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index, Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes.

PubChem Public Data

Independent reference data for Vanillyl alcohol (CAS 498-00-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

CAS Registry Number	498-00-0
PubChem CID	62348
Molecular formula	C8H10O3
Molecular weight	154.06 g/mol
IUPAC name	4-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methoxyphenol
InChIKey	ZENOXNGFMSCLLL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
UNII (FDA)	X7EA1JUA6M
ChEBI ID	CHEBI:18353
FEMA number	3737
JECFA number	886

Computed descriptors

Molecular Weight	154.16
XLogP3	0
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	2
Exact Mass	154.062994177
Monoisotopic Mass	154.062994177
Topological Polar Surface Area	49.7
Heavy Atom Count	11

Physicochemical values on record

Boiling Point	312.00 to 313.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Melting Point	114 - 115 °C
Solubility	2 mg/mL at 20 °C
LogP	0.420

Documented uses on record

Synonyms and trade names

Vanillyl alcohol; 498-00-0; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methoxyphenol; Vanillin alcohol; Vanillic alcohol; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzenemethanol; FEMA No. 3737; X7EA1JUA6M; NSC-3993; DTXSID20198074; V0018; CHEBI:18353; V-0018; RefChem:901716; DTXCID50120565

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 Dairy No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	58.6% (82 / 140)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	58.6% (82 / 140)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (40.7%), H319 (41.4%), H335 (40%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 58.6% (82 of 140) of all reports.

H315 (40.7%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

Vanillyl alcohol is identified by CAS 498-00-0, molecular formula C8H10O3 and molecular weight 154.06 g/mol. UNII X7EA1JUA6M; ChEBI 18353; InChIKey ZENOXNGFMSCLLL-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 312.00 to 313.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Melting Point: 114 - 115 °C; Solubility: 2 mg/mL at 20 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

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