P-cresol
Structural formula
Chemical name: P-cresol
other names: cresol, p-methylphenol / 4-methylphenol, 4-cresol; p-cresol / 1-hydroxy-4-methylbenzene
molecular weight: 108.14
Molecular formula: C7H8O
Numbering System
CAS: 106-44-5
EINECS: 203-398-6
Transport number of dangerous goods : UN 3455 6.1/PG 2
Physical Data
Appearance: colorless transparent liquid or crystal
Melting point : 32-34℃
Density : relative density(water=1)1.03；
Boiling point: 202℃
Flashing point : 89℃
Water solubility: 20 g/L (20℃)
Solubility: soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform and hot water,
Application
This product is the raw material for manufacturing antioxidant 2,6-di-tert-butyl-p-cresol and rubber antioxidant. At the same time, it is also an important basic raw material for the production of pharmaceutical TMP and dye coricetin sulfonic acid. 1. GB 2760-1996 is a kind of edible spice allowed to be used.
It is used in organic synthesis, as well as the raw material for manufacturing antioxidant 2,6-di-tert-butyl-p-cresol and rubber antioxidant. At the same time, it is also an important basic raw material for the production of pharmaceutical TMP and dye coricetin sulfonic acid.
Used as analytical reagent. For organic synthesis. It is also used as fungicide and mould inhibitor.
Adhesives are mainly used in the manufacture of phenolic resin. It is also used as raw material of antioxidant 2,6-di-tert-butyl-p-cresol. It is used as disinfectant in medicine, Trimethoxybenzaldehyde as synergist in synthesis of sulfonamides, etc. In addition, it can also be used to manufacture paints, plasticizers, flotation agents, cresol acid dyes and pesticides.
Storage
Sealed store in a cool and ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat source. Store separately from oxidant.
