Molekula
Carbolic acid
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Carbolic acid, also known as phenol, is a white crystalline solid with a distinct odor, primarily used as a disinfectant, antiseptic, and precursor in pharmaceuticals, plastics, and resins. It is also employed in the production of phenolic adhesives and as a chemical intermediate. This product has a CAS number of 108-95-2, with the molecular formula C6H5OH and a molecular weight of 94.11 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient conditions. The chemical carries a signal word of "Danger" due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies carbolic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
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Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 79 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless acicular crystals or white, crystalline mass |
| Odour | Sweet, tarry odor |
| Melting Point | 40.9 °C |
| Boiling Point | 181.8 °C |
| Density | 1.071 g/cm³ |
| Water Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Vapour Pressure | 47 Pa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.5408 |
| pKa | pKa = 9.99 (at 25 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.46 |
Source: PubChem CID 996 (HSDB, DrugBank, Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037765 |
| CAS Number | 108-95-2 |
| IUPAC Name | phenol |
| EC Number | 203-632-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5OH |
| Molecular Weight | 94.11 |
| Exact Mass | 94.0419 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)O |
| InChIKey | ISWSIDIOOBJBQZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H6O/c7-6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h1-5,7H |
| PubChem CID | 996 |
| UN Number | UN1671 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2907.11.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 2907110000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Benzenol
- Hydroxybenzene
- Monophenol
- Oxybenzene
- Phenic acid
- phenol
- Phenyl hydrate
- Phenyl hydroxide
- Phenylic acid
- Phenylic alcohol
Frequently asked questions
What is carbolic acid (phenol) commonly used for?
Carbolic acid is primarily used as a disinfectant, antiseptic, and in the production of plastics, pharmaceuticals, and resins, including phenolic resins and nylon.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of carbolic acid?
The chemical formula is **C₆H₅OH**, and the molecular weight is **94.11 g/mol**.
How should carbolic acid be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from heat, sparks, and incompatible substances like oxidizing agents.
What grades of carbolic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical-grade and reagent-grade carbolic acid**, depending on purity and application requirements.
Can Molekula supply carbolic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer **bulk packaging options** (e.g., drums, IBCs) for industrial and large-scale applications—contact us for specific quantities.
What documentation comes with an order of carbolic acid?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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