2-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol CAS 90-01-7 Salicyl alcohol

Name	2-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol
Synonyms	Salicyl alcohol; Saligenin
Molecular Structure
Molecular Formula	C7H8O2
Molecular Weight	124.14
CAS Registry Number	90-01-7
EC Number	201-960-5

Specification:

Uses:

1. Disinfection and preservatives

-Used for medical equipment and environmental disinfection, effectively killing bacteria and fungi.

-Industrial anti-corrosion: added to wood preservatives and cutting oils to inhibit microbial growth.

2. Pesticide intermediates

-The key raw material for synthesizing insecticides (such as propafenone) and herbicides.

3. Synthesis of polymer materials

-Resin raw materials: used for producing modified phenolic resins and epoxy resin toughening agents to 

enhance material heat resistance and mechanical strength.

-Dyes and fragrances: intermediates for synthesizing coumarin fragrances and azo dyes.

4. Pharmaceutical synthesis

-The raw materials for preparing vitamin E and disinfectant chlorocresol are also used for the synthesis of local antifungal drugs.