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Guaiacol (2-methoxyphenol / o-hydroxybenzyl ether) is an aromatic compound containing a phenolic hydroxyl group and a methoxy group. It occurs naturally in guaiac resin, wood distillate, and various plant essential oils. MF: C₇H₈O₂; MW: 124.14. Above 28°C, it is a colorless to pale yellow oily liquid; below 28°C, it is a white crystalline solid. It possesses a distinctive phenolic aroma with smoky and sweet notes and is prone to oxidation and discoloration. It is an important intermediate in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and dye industries.
| Item | Specification |
| Melting Point | 26-29℃（lit.） |
| Boiling Point | 207.5±29.0℃（760 mmHg） |
| Density | 1.129 g/mL（25℃） |
| Flash point | 82℃ |
| Vapor pressure | 0.11 mmHg（25℃） |
| Refractive index | n²⁰/D 1.543（lit.） |
| Water solubility | 17 g/L (15°C) |
| Stability | Gradually darkens when exposed to air or sunlight |
Flavors and Fragrances：Guaiacol is used to formulate tobacco, edible and daily chemical flavors for fragrance enhancement and fixation, presenting natural woody and vanilla aroma.
Pharmaceutical Raw Materials：Applied as intermediates for expectorant and antitussive drugs, and used in the preparation of medical antibacterial preparations.
Pesticide & Chemical Industry：2-Methoxyphenol is used to synthesize intermediates for plant growth regulators, agricultural insecticides and fungicides.
Food Industry：Methylcatechol serves as food flavor enhancer to improve the taste of baked goods, beverages and condiments.
Fine Chemicals：An important intermediate for synthesizing dyes, resins and antioxidants in organic synthesis.
Daily Care Products：Added in washing and care products for fragrance blending, soothing and antibacterial effects.
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