Product Description

Product4-Methyl Phenol 99%
CAS106-44-5
FormulaC7H8O
Synonym1-Hydroxyl 4-Methyl Benzene, P-Hydroxyl Toluene, Phenol, 4-methyl-, Phenol, 4-methyl-

Typical Product Specifications

Density1.0341 (204 c)
Slightly Solublein water
Meta-Methyl Phenol<= 0.80%
Ortho-Methyl Phenol<= 0.10%
Para-Methyl Phenol>= 99.00%
Phenol<= 0.02%
Moisture0.05%
Color (APHA)<= 25
Specific Gravity at 25ยฐC1.02 - 1.03
Crystallization Point ยฐC33.8 - 34C (On dry basis)
Odorwh. cryst. mass, phenolic odor
Melting Point32-35 c
Refractive Index1.5395
Molecular weight108.14
Flash Point(cc) 86 c
Solubilityalcohol, ether, chloroform, acetone, diethyl ether, benzene, ccl4, hot water, most org. solvs.
Boiling Point202 c
Notes

Para-Methyl Phenol is widely used in the production of anti-oxidants such as Butylated Hydroxyltoluene (BHT), but can also be used to create chemicals for dyes, lubricating oils, and motor fuels.

Use: ANTIMICROBIAL, PERFUMING

ClassSurfactants - Esters - Ethoxylates, Dyes - Lakes - Pigments, Flavor and Fragrance Chemical Compounds, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Chemicals
FunctionDyes and colors, Surfactant, Resins
IndustryResin & Coating, Fragrance
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