O-Cresol (2-methylphenol)

  • CAS No. :95-48-7
  • Molecular Formula:C7H8O
  • Molecular Weight:108.138
  • Density:1.0±0.1 g/cm3
  • Boiling Point:191.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
  • Melting Point:30-32ºC
  • Hazardous nature: Hazardous chemicals
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Product Properties

vapor pressure0.24 hPa ( 20 °C)
Quality Level200
Assay≥99% (GC)
formsolid
autoignition temp.555 °C
potency121 mg/kg LD50, oral (Rat)
890 mg/kg LD50, skin (Rabbit)
expl. lim.1.3 % (v/v)
pH4.8 (20 °C, 20 g/L in H2O)
bp191-192 °C/1013 hPa
mp31 °C
transition tempflash point 81 °C
solubility20 g/L
density1.046 g/cm3 at 20 °C
storage temp.no temp limit
InChI1S/C7H8O/c1-6-4-2-3-5-7(6)8/h2-5,8H,1H3
InChI keyQWVGKYWNOKOFNN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Basic Information

Chemical properties: Colorless to pale yellow to brown liquid or low melting point crystalline solid, with a phenolic aromatic odor, hygroscopic, sensitive to air and light. Long term storage or gradual darkening under sunlight. Dissolved in harsh alkaline solution, soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone, chloroform, etc., slightly soluble in water. PH 4.8 (20g/L, H2O, 20 ℃). Melting point: 29-34 ℃. Boiling point 191-192 ℃/760mmHg. Density ρ (20) 1.046g/mL. Refractive index n20/D1.553. Viscosity 4.49mPa · s (40 ℃). Flash point 177.8 ℉/81 ℃.

Usage: Analytical reagents for detecting nitrates, arsenates, and antimony pentachloride; Enzyme testing reagents; Solvent; Resin and plastic plasticizers; Mold inhibitor; disinfectant; Chemical synthesis; Essence and spice.

Storage: Ordinary temperature

Hazard statement: Swallowing or skin contact is toxic, inhalation is fatal, and corrosive. Mild harm to water bodies.

Preventive statement: Do not inhale. Wear protective clothing/gloves/goggles/masks. Wear respiratory protective equipment. Avoid releasing into the environment. Fire extinguishing: sand, carbon dioxide, misty water. Avoid taboo items.