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2,6-Dimethylphenol

SKU 90036910 CAS 576-26-1 Available on enquiry

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2,6-Dimethylphenol is a phenolic compound used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of resins, antioxidants, and pharmaceuticals. Its main documented applications include manufacturing polyphenylene oxide polymers, producing phosphate esters for hydraulic fluids, and serving as feedstock for hindered phenol antioxidants and modified phenolic resins. It appears as a white to pale yellow crystalline solid. CAS Number: 576-26-1. Molekula supplies 2,6-Dimethylphenol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90036910
CAS Number: 576-26-1
IUPAC Name: 2,6-dimethylphenol
EC Number: 209-400-1
Exact Mass: 122.0732
SMILES: CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)C)O
InChIKey: NXXYKOUNUYWIHA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C8H10O/c1-6-4-3-5-7(2)8(6)9/h3-5,9H,1-2H3
PubChem CID: 11335

Synonyms

1-Hydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzene
2-Hydroxy-1,3-dimethylbenzene
2-Hydroxy-m-xylene
2,6-Dmp
2,6-Xylenol
FEMA No. 3249
m-2-Xylenol
Phenol, 2,6-dimethyl-
Vic-m-xylenol
Xylenol 235

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: 49 °C (also reported as 45.62 °C)
Boiling Point: 203 °C (also reported as 201.03 °C)
Water Solubility: 6.05 g/L at 25 °C
Vapour Pressure: 0.274 mmHg at 25 °C
Refractive Index: 1.5171
pKa: pKa = 10.59
log P (octanol/water): 2.36

Source: PubChem CID 11335 (HSDB)

Frequently asked questions

What is 2,6-Dimethylphenol used for?

It is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, including antioxidants and polymer stabilizers.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethylphenol?

The chemical formula is C8H10O, and the molecular weight is 122.17 g/mol.

How should 2,6-Dimethylphenol be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture, and keep away from oxidizing agents.

What grade of 2,6-Dimethylphenol does Molekula offer?

Molekula supplies 2,6-Dimethylphenol in technical grade; custom grades are available upon request.

Can Molekula supply 2,6-Dimethylphenol in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply 2,6-Dimethylphenol in bulk quantities; please contact us for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of 2,6-Dimethylphenol?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.