Introduction
O-Cresol (CAS 95-48-7),colorless or yellow to brown-yellow or pinkish colored liquid with a phenol-like odor. Toxic by ingestion and/or skin absorption. May have a flash point between 100 and 199°F. Causes burns to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Insoluble in water. O-Cresol is incompatible with oxidizing agents and bases. Mixing o-Cresol with chlorosulfonic acid, nitric acid and oleum in a closed contained caused the temperature and pressure to increase.It mainly used in organic synthesis, and as a disinfectant and preservative.
Specification
Melting point 30--32 C
Boiling point 191 C
Appearance Colorless to yellowish liquid
o-cresol % 99%Min
Moisture % 0.1Max
Crystallization point C 30.8
chroma Hazen 60Min
Application
O-Cresol mainly used in organic synthesis, and as a disinfectant and preservative.
Packing
200kg/drum
Storage
Store in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area away from heat ,open flames, organic chemicals and light.