META CRESOL (108-39-4)

Product Overview

Meta-Cresol, also 3-methylphenol, is an organic compound with the formula CH₃C₆H₄. Meta Cresol is a colorless liquid with a distinct dry, tarry, medicinal–leathery odor. Often found alongside p-cresol, it poses challenges in separation.

Utilized as a disinfectant and solvent, m-Cresol finds applications in degreasing compounds, paintbrush cleaners, and additives in lubricating oils. It was formerly used for disinfecting poultry houses but discontinued due to adverse effects.

Considered a questionable carcinogen, m-Cresol can cause mucosal irritation, skin burns, and severe eye damage. It is sensitive to air, heat, and light and reacts vigorously with certain substances. Classified as a poisonous and corrosive material, m-Cresol is shipped under hazardous labels to indicate its risks.

Characteristic Data

Property Value
Molar Mass 108.14 g/mol
Density 1.03 g/cm³
Formula C7H8O
Melting point 8-10 °C
Boiling point 203 °C
Vapor density 3.72 (vs air)
Vapor pressure <1 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Flash point 187 °F
Storage temp Store below +30°C
Solubility 23.5g/l
Form Liquid
Color Clear colorless to slight red
PH 5 (20g/l, H2O, 20℃)
Odor at 0.01 % in dipropylene glycol. medicinal woody leather phenolic
Odor Type phenolic
Odor Threshold 0.0001ppm
Water Solubility 20 g/L (20 ºC)
Classification Organic Compound

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FAQs

Meta-Cresol, also known as 3-methylphenol, is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH₃C₆H₄. Its structure is characterized by a methyl group (CH₃) attached to the benzene ring at the meta position.

Meta-Cresol is commonly utilized as an intermediate in the production of various chemicals. Its versatility in chemical synthesis makes it valuable for creating a range of products, contributing to industries such as pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals.

Meta-Cresol is an isomer of p-cresol (para-cresol) and o-cresol (ortho-cresol). The distinction lies in the position of the methyl group on the benzene ring. In Meta-Cresol, the methyl group is located at the meta position.

While Meta-Cresol itself may pose certain hazards, it is crucial to follow recommended safety guidelines during its handling. This includes using appropriate protective equipment, ensuring proper ventilation, and adhering to established protocols for storage and disposal.

Meta-Cresol serves as a key building block in the synthesis of various chemicals. Examples of products derived from Meta-Cresol include certain pharmaceutical compounds, specialty chemicals, and other substances used in industrial processes.

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