O-CRESOL-D8
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Introduction
o-Cresol-d8 (CAS No. 2037-26-5）
1. Basic Information
- Chemical Name: 2-Methylphenol-d<sub>8</sub> (Perdeuterated o-cresol)
- Synonyms:
- 2-Hydroxytoluene-d<sub>8</sub>
- Ortho-cresol-d<sub>8</sub>
- CAS Number: 2037-26-5
- Molecular Formula: C<sub>7</sub>D<sub>8</sub>O
- Molecular Weight: 116.19 g/mol
- Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
- Odor: Phenolic (similar to non-deuterated o-cresol)
- Isotopic Purity: ≥98 atom % D (typically ≥99% for analytical standards)
2. Physical and Chemical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 28–31°C (82–88°F) |
| Boiling Point | 190–191°C (374–376°F) |
| Density | 1.12 g/cm<sup>3</sup> at 20°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.538–1.542 at 20°C |
| Solubility | – Water: Slightly soluble |
| – Organic solvents: Fully miscible with ethanol, ether | |
| Vapor Pressure | ~0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
3. Hazards (GHS Classification)
- Health Hazards:
- Causes severe skin burns (H314)
- Toxic if swallowed/inhaled (H301+H311+H331)
- Environmental: Not classified (deuterated form typically follows non-labeled analog hazards)
- NFPA Rating: Health 3, Flammability 2, Reactivity 0
4. Storage and Handling
- Storage:
- Amber glass bottles under inert gas (N<sub>2</sub>/Ar)
- 2–8°C for long-term storage
- Handling:
- Use in fume hood with gloves (Viton®/neoprene) and eye protection
- Avoid contact with oxidizing agents
5. Applications
- Analytical Chemistry:
- Internal standard for GC-MS analysis of phenolic compounds
- NMR solvent studies (chemical shift reference)
- Metabolic Research:
- Tracer studies in biodegradation pathways
- Isotope dilution mass spectrometry
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