Synonyms:

Saligenin; 2-Monomethylol phenol; 2-Hydroxymethylphenol; Benzenemethanol, 2-hydroxy-; 2-Hydroxybenzyl alcohol; Salicyl Alcohol.

Uses:

Intermediate in the production of phenol formaldehyde resins which may remain after condensation of the resin. Sensitizer in phenol formaldehyde resins. Also in local anesthetic.