4-ISOPROPYL-3-METHYLPHENOL

China [CN]

4-ISOPROPYL-3-METHYLPHEPhysical Properties

Appearance: Typically a colorless to pale yellow crystalline powder or oily liquid, with a faint, irritating odor characteristic of phenolic compounds.

Solubility: Easily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, diethyl ether, acetone, and toluene; slightly soluble in water; highly lipophilic and miscible with fatty substances.

Melting point: Approximately 28–32℃, boiling point: approximately 220–225℃. Stable at room temperature, but may undergo thermal decomposition at high temperatures (>300℃).  Should be stored in a sealed, cool, and dry place, away from strong oxidizing agents.

Main Uses: As an important organic synthesis intermediate and fine chemical raw material, its applications include:

Pharmaceutical field: Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of antibacterial and anti-inflammatory drugs. The phenolic hydroxyl group can be used to introduce active groups through etherification and esterification reactions, optimizing the bioavailability of the drugs.

Daily chemical and disinfectant products: Possesses certain antibacterial activity and can be added to cosmetics and detergents as a preservative to inhibit microbial growth.

Fragrance industry: Its derivatives can be used as fragrance intermediates in the preparation of fragrances with woody and phenolic characteristics.NOL