4-n-Nonylphenol

Agrochemicals 2025-03-02

4-n-Nonylphenol

Chemical Name: 4-n-Nonylphenol
Synonyms: p-Nonylphenol; 4-(n-Nonyl)phenol
CAS Number: 104-40-5
Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₂₄O
Molecular Weight: 220.35 g/mol


Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Specification
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Odor Mild phenolic
Melting Point -10°C (14°F)
Boiling Point 293-297°C (559-567°F)
Density 0.94-0.95 g/cm³ (20°C)
Flash Point >110°C (230°F)
Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents
Vapor Pressure 0.0001 mmHg (25°C)

Hazard & Safety Information (GHS)

Classification:

  • Acute Toxicity 4 (Oral)
  • Skin Irritation 2
  • Eye Irritation 2
  • Environmental Hazard (Aquatic Chronic 1)

Hazard Codes:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed
• H315: Causes skin irritation
• H319: Causes serious eye irritation
• H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects

Precautionary Measures:
• P273: Avoid release to the environment
• P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection
• P301+P312: IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison center


Chemical Behavior

• Reactivity:

  • Forms salts with strong bases
  • Reacts with oxidizing agents
    • Stability: Stable under normal conditions

Applications

✔ Surfactant intermediate (historically)
✔ Industrial detergent formulations
✔ Antioxidant production

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