3-Hydroxymetnylbenzo[b]thiophene
[CAS# 5381-24-8]

Identification

• Classification: Pharmaceutical intermediate >> Heterocyclic compound intermediate >> Thiophene compound
• Name: 3-Hydroxymetnylbenzo[b]thiophene
• Synonyms: 1-Benzothiophen-3-ylmethanol
• Molecular Formula: C₉H₈OS
• Molecular Weight: 164.22
• CAS Registry Number: 5381-24-8
• EC Number: 829-226-5

Properties

• Melting point: 49-50 °C
• Boiling point: 72-74 °C (0.5 mmHg)

Safety Data

• Safety Statements: S24/25

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	4	H332
Eye irritation	Eye Irrit.	2A	H319
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	4	H302
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	4	H312
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure	STOT SE	3	H335
Skin irritation	Skin Irrit.	2	H315