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Syringol



Syringol
General
Systematic name 1,3-Dimethoxy-2-hydroxybenzene
Other names Syringol
2,6-Dimethoxyphenol
2-Hydroxy-1,3-dimethoxybenzene
Pyrogallol 1,3-dimethyl ether
Molecular formula C8H10O3
SMILES Oc1c(OC)cccc1OC
InChI InChI=1/C8H10O3/c1-10-6-4-3-5-
7(11-2)8(6)9/h3-5,9H,1-2H3
Molar mass 154.16
Appearance Gray to light brown solid
CAS number [91-10-1]
Properties
Density and phase  ??? g/cm3, solid
Melting point 52 - 56 °C
Boiling point 261 °C
Hazards
EINECS number 202-041-1

Syringol is a dimethyl ether of pyrogallol. It is slightly soluble in water. It is combustible, with flash point of 140 °C.

Together with guaiacol, syringol (and its derivates) is a characteristic product of pyrolysis of lignin. Its presence in smoke is characteristical for wood smoke. In preparation of food by smoking, syringol is the main chemical responsible for the smoky aroma, while guaiacol contributes mainly to taste.

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