2-Isopropylphenol
Agrochemicals 2025-03-02
2-Isopropylphenol (CAS No. 88-69-7)
1. Basic Information
- IUPAC Name: 2-Isopropylphenol
- Synonyms:
- o-Isopropylphenol
- 2-Hydroxycumene
- CAS Number: 88-69-7
- Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₂O
- Molecular Weight: 136.19 g/mol
- Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
- Odor: Phenolic, medicinal odor
2. Physical and Chemical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 213–215°C (415–419°F) |
| Melting Point | 15–17°C (59–63°F) |
| Density | 0.98 g/cm³ (20°C) |
| Refractive Index | 1.525–1.528 (20°C) |
| Flash Point | 93°C (199°F) (closed cup) |
| Solubility | – Water: Slightly soluble (1.2 g/L) |
| – Organic solvents: Miscible with ethanol, ether, benzene | |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.03 mmHg at 25°C |
3. Chemical Structure
OH
|
◯-CH(CH₃)₂
(◯ = benzene ring with substitutions at positions 1 & 2)
4. Hazards (GHS Classification)
- Health Hazards:
- Causes skin irritation (H315)
- Causes serious eye irritation (H319)
- Harmful if swallowed (H302)
- Environmental: Toxic to aquatic life (H411)
- NFPA Rating: Health 2, Flammability 1, Reactivity 0
5. Storage and Handling
- Storage:
- Keep in tightly sealed amber containers
- Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
- Handling:
- Use nitrile gloves, safety goggles, and a fume hood
- Avoid contact with strong oxidizers
6. Applications
- Fragrance Industry:
- Intermediate for musk and floral scents
- Pharmaceuticals:
- Precursor for antiseptics and disinfectants
- Agrochemicals:
- Building block for herbicides
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