Sasol Para Cresol 99

Para Cresol of 99% purity. Cresols are highly versatile compounds and are key raw materials in many different manufacturing processes due to their unique reactivity and solvency properties. PC99 is mostly used for the production of anioxidants. This product is also called p-cresol and para-cresol. For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical Name: p-cresol

CAS Number: 106-44-5

Chemical Family: Cresolic Compounds, Phenols & Phenolics

Synonyms: 1-Hydroxy-4-methylbenzene, 1-Methyl-4-hydroxybenzene, 4-Cresol, 4-Hydroxytoluene, 4-Methylphenol, p-Cresylic Acid, p-Hydroxytoluene, p-Methylhydroxybenzene, p-Methylphenol, p-Oxytoluene, p-Toluol, p-Tolyl Alcohol, para-cresol

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
CAS No.
106-44-5
EC No.
203-398-6

Applications & Uses

Markets

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Antiseptic
Slightly Soluble In
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
p-Cresol99.0wt%ASTM D5310
m-Cresol1.0wt%ASTM D5310
Nitrogen Bases (as Pyridine)max. 0.001wt%ASTM D4471
Total Sulfur (as S)max. 0.001wt%JWI005
Color (at Loading)max. 50APHAJWI075
Watermax. 0.05wt%ASTM D1631

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Environmental Impact Information

Cresols are toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates and care must be taken to prevent them from entering surface or ground waters. Cresols tend to sink in fresh water but will float in concentrated brine. They are biodegradable in aerobic conditions. Soil or other materials contaminated with cresols may become hazardous and must be disposed of by trained personnel according to regulations. In case of fire, cresol vapors may form and be carried with smoke downwind, creating the possibility of exposure. Cresols have a low potential for bioaccumulation.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

Available in railcar, tank truck, isocontainer, 450 lb drum, 200 kg drum

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Cresylic acids are stable and have an indefinite shelf-life with regard to composition. Depending upon storage conditions, they 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.

Safe handling advice

  • Wear personal protective equipment.
  • Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
  • Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.
  • In case of insufficient ventilation.
  • wear suitable respiratory equipment.
  • Keep containers tightly closed in a dry.
  • cool and well-ventilated place.
  • Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Storage and handling materials

Unsuitable: Avoid use of aluminum, copper or brass alloys in storage or process equipment which will contact this material

Refer the SDS for detailed information.