m-Cresol

CAS Number

108-39-4

Molecular Formula

C₇H₈O

Also known as:

m-Cresol; 2-Methylphenol; meta-cresol; 2-methylphenol

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Product Description

m-Cresol (2-methylphenol) is an aromatic monohydroxy compound used as a chemical intermediate and solvent for the manufacture of resins, phenolic derivatives, disinfectants, agrochemicals and specialty intermediates. Commercial grades are supplied with documented COA to support process qualification and production.

Application

  • Phenolic intermediates
    Feedstock for synthesis of antioxidants, polymer additives and specialty phenolic derivatives.
  • Resins and adhesives
    Reactive intermediate or modifier in phenolic resins, adhesive systems and curing chemistries.
  • Disinfectant and biocide intermediate
    Intermediate in manufacture of industrial disinfectants and preservative chemistries.
  • Solvent and processing aid
    Solvent/modifier in extraction, formulation and chemical processing where phenolic solvency is required.
  • Fragrance and flavor intermediate (industrial)
    Building block for select aroma chemicals and industrial fragrance intermediates (subject to regulatory qualification).
  • Analytical and laboratory reagent
    Reagent packs for QC, R&D and method development.

Technical Parameters

Parameter Value
Assay ≥ 98.0–99.5%
Appearance Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Water / Moisture (KF, %) ≤ 0.1–0.5%
Melting point ≈ −8 to −6 °C
Boiling point ≈ 202–204 °C
Density ≈ 1.04–1.06 g·cm⁻³ (20 °C)

Applications

Sealants/Adhesives

Quick Information

EINECS 203-582-2
Molecular Weight 108.14 g/mol

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