Molekula
2,4-Xylenol
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2,4-Xylenol is an aromatic organic compound with a hydroxyl group, primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and rubber chemicals. It also serves as a precursor for antioxidants and UV absorbers. This white crystalline solid has a CAS number of 105-67-9, a molecular formula of (CH3)2C6H3OH, and a molecular weight of 122.16. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its hazardous nature, as indicated by its "Danger" signal word. Molekula supplies 2,4-Xylenol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystal / Colourless transparent liquid |
| Melting Point | 22.0°C - 28.0°C |
| Water | ≤0.1% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Individual impurity | ≤0.5% |
| Total Impurities | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 94 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Crystals |
| Melting Point | 25.4-26 °C |
| Boiling Point | 211.5 °C |
| Water Solubility | 7.87 g/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Miscible in ethyl alcohol, ethyl ether; soluble in carbon tetrachloride |
| Vapour Pressure | 8 Pa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.5420 |
| pKa | pKa = 10.60 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 2.30 |
Source: PubChem CID 7771 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028829 |
| CAS Number | 105-67-9 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,4-dimethylphenol |
| EC Number | 203-321-6 |
| Molecular Formula | (CH3)2C6H3OH |
| Molecular Weight | 122.16 |
| Exact Mass | 122.0732 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)C |
| InChIKey | KUFFULVDNCHOFZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H10O/c1-6-3-4-8(9)7(2)5-6/h3-5,9H,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7771 |
| UN Number | UN2261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29071920 |
| Tariff Code | 2907191090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H401 Toxic to aquatic life
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-Hydroxy-2,4-dimethylbenzene
- 4-Hydroxy-1,3-dimethylbenzene
- 4,6-Dimethylphenol
- Benzene, 2,4-dimethyl-1-hydroxy-
- Bulk Lysol Brand Disinfectant
- Gable-Tite Dark Creosote (Creola)
- Gallex
- Lysol Brand disinfectant
- m-Xylenol
- Phenol, 2,4-dimethyl-
Frequently asked questions
What is 2,4-Xylenol commonly used for?
2,4-Xylenol is primarily used as a chemical intermediate for the production of antioxidants, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals, as well as in the synthesis of resins and rubber chemicals.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,4-Xylenol?
The molecular formula is **(CH₃)₂C₆H₃OH**, and the molecular weight is **122.16 g/mol**.
How should 2,4-Xylenol be stored?
Store 2,4-Xylenol in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from sources of ignition and incompatible materials.
What grades or purities of 2,4-Xylenol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical grade** and **high-purity** (98%+) 2,4-Xylenol, depending on customer requirements.
Can Molekula supply 2,4-Xylenol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply 2,4-Xylenol in **bulk (drums, IBCs, or tanker loads)** for large-scale industrial applications.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2,4-Xylenol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **packing list** with batch-specific details.
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