4-ISOPROPYL-3-METHYLPHENOL

China [CN]

Basic Information:

Chinese Name: 4-Isopropyl-3-methylphenol

Chinese Synonyms: p-thymol, 1-hydroxy-3-methyl-4-isopropylbenzene, 4-isopropyl-3-methylphenol, O-cymene-5-ol

English Name: 4-ISOPROPYL-3-METHYLPHENOL

CAS Number: 3228-02-2

Molecular Formula: C10H14O

Molecular Weight: 150.22

Physical Properties: White needle-shaped crystals, melting point 112°C, boiling point 244°C. Solubility at room temperature: 36% in ethanol, 65% in methanol, 50% in isopropanol, 32% in n-butanol, and 65% in acetone. Insoluble in water.

Chemical Properties: Possesses typical properties of phenolic compounds, reacts with bases to form phenolates, and undergoes esterification reactions.

Uses: It is an effective reagent for cross-coupling reactions and can also be used as a preservative and fungicide in cosmetic creams.

Safety Information: The hazard symbol is GHS07, and the hazard descriptions are H315 (Causes skin irritation), H319 (Causes serious eye irritation), and H335 (May cause respiratory irritation). Precautionary statements include P264 (Wash skin thoroughly after handling) and P280 (Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection).