Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
501-94-0
Molecular Formula
C8H10O2
Molecular Weight
138.16g/mol
Synonym

4-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol; and 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol;4-Hydroxy-benzeneethanol; 

Keywords
Miscellaneous Reagents
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2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol is an organic compound featuring a hydroxyphenyl group attached to an ethanol moiety. It is commonly used in pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and as a biochemical intermediate due to its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.