Sasol MP6P

Meta Para Cresol (77% min) Phenol (5%) blend. It is used as wire enamel solvent. This product is also called MPP6 and MP-Cresol 45 (P6). For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical Name: Phenol, p-cresol

Chemical Family: Cresolic Compounds, Phenols, Phenols & Phenolics

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
CASE Ingredients Functions

Applications & Uses

Coating Type

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Antiseptic
Appearance
Yellow liquid
Slightly Soluble In
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
o-Cresol±0.03mass %ASTM D5310
m,p-Cresols±84mass %ASTM D5310
m-Cresol±42mass %ASTM D5310
2,3-Xylenol±0.02mass %ASTM D5310
2,4-Xylenol±3.3mass %ASTM D5310
2,5-Xylenol±1.3mass %ASTM D5310
2,6-Xylenol±2.1mass %ASTM D5310
3,4-Xylenol0mass %ASTM D5310
3,5-Xylenol+ P-Ethylenols0mass %ASTM D5310
Xylenol & Ethylphenols±10mass %ASTM D5310
Neutral Oil±0.2mass %ASTM D5310
Nitrogen Bases (as Pyridine)±20ppmASTM D4471
Sulphur±50Pt-CoASTM D3120
Density at 20°C±1.035kg/LASTM D4052
Colour±80Pt-CoASTM D1209
Water±300ppmASTM D1364; ASTM E203
Phenol±5mass %ASTM D5310

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

Available in bulk, isocontainers and 200kg or 225kg nett new galvanized drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage And Handling
  • MP-Cresol 45 (P6) is stable if stored and handled according to the recommendations in the Sasol SDS and is expected to retain compliance with test properties to within specification limits.
  • Depending upon storage conditions, the product may absorb moisture from the air, darken in color over time, or leach low level metals from the storage vessel. This will be minimized, however, if the container remains sealed and the product is not exposed to air or excessive heating.
  • It is recommended that a sample of the product be tested to confirm compliance to test specifications following prolonged storage, especially under non-ideal storage conditions.

Safe Handling Advice

  • Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
  • Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
  • Wear personal protective equipment.
  • Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
  • Components with occupational exposure limits rsp. biological occupational exposure limits requiring monitoring.

Requirements for Storage Areas and Containers

  • Keep locked up.Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
  • Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

Depending upon storage conditions, the product may absorb moisture from the air, darken in color over time, or leach low level metals from the storage vessel. This will be minimized, however, if the container remains sealed and the product is not exposed to air or excessive heating.

It is recommended that a sample of the product be tested to confirm compliance to test specifications following prolonged storage, especially under non-ideal storage conditions.

Refer the SDS for detailed information.