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(57) [Summary] [Solution] The following formula (1) (In the formula, one of R 1 and R 2 represents a methyl group and the other represents a formyl group.) Dimethyl cyclooctane dimethanol obtained by hydrogenating dimethyl cyclooctane dicarbaldehyde. [Effect] It is a novel alicyclic diol, and dimethylcyclooctane dimethanol which is useful as a raw material for polyester, polyurethane, nylon, fiber, lubricating oil, plasticizer and the like is provided. |