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2,6-Diisopropylphenol
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2,6-Diisopropylphenol, better known as propofol, is a colourless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature (mp about 18 °C). It is used as a short-acting intravenous anaesthetic and sedative, and in research it serves as a reference standard and as a tool compound for studying GABA-A receptor modulation, radical scavenging and antiemetic and anticonvulsant activity. This chemical has a CAS number of 2078-54-8, a molecular formula of [(CH3)2CH]2C6H3OH, and a molecular weight of 178.27 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient conditions and handled with caution, as it carries a Danger signal word. Molekula supplies 2,6-Diisopropylphenol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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100 g — £45.10 per pack ex VAT · £54.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow clear liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.5125 - 1.5145 |
| Assay | 98.0 - 102.0 % |
| Related Substances | The sum of all impurities ≤0.3% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 113 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light-straw-colored liquid |
| Melting Point | 18 °C |
| Boiling Point | 256 °C |
| Density | 0.955 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Insoluble in water. Soluble in alcohol and toluene |
| pKa | pKa = 11.1 (at 20 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | 3.79 |
Source: PubChem CID 4943 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 66803840 |
| CAS Number | 2078-54-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,6-di(propan-2-yl)phenol |
| EC Number | 218-206-6 |
| Molecular Formula | [(CH3)2CH]2C6H3OH |
| Molecular Weight | 178.27 |
| Exact Mass | 178.1358 |
| SMILES | CC(C)C1=C(C(=CC=C1)C(C)C)O |
| InChIKey | OLBCVFGFOZPWHH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H18O/c1-8(2)10-6-5-7-11(9(3)4)12(10)13/h5-9,13H,1-4H3 |
| PubChem CID | 4943 |
| UN Number | UN3145 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29071990 |
| Tariff Code | 2907199090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2,6-Bis(1-methylethyl)phenol
- Ampofol
- Diprivan
- Disoprivan
- Disoprofol
- Fresofol
- Phenol, 2,6-bis(1-methylethyl)-
- propofol
- Propofolum
- Rapinovet
Frequently asked questions
What is 2,6-Diisopropylphenol commonly used for?
2,6-Diisopropylphenol is propofol, a short-acting intravenous anaesthetic and sedative. In the laboratory it is used as an analytical reference standard and as a bioactive tool compound for studying GABA-A receptor modulation, radical scavenging and its antiemetic and anticonvulsant effects.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Diisopropylphenol?
The molecular formula is [(CH3)2CH]2C6H3OH, and the molecular weight is 178.27 g/mol.
What safety classification does 2,6-Diisopropylphenol have?
The product is classified with the Signal Word: Danger, indicating it requires careful handling due to potential hazards.
How should 2,6-Diisopropylphenol be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and sources of ignition.
Does Molekula supply 2,6-Diisopropylphenol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply 2,6-Diisopropylphenol in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2,6-Diisopropylphenol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), and a packing list for compliance and safety.
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