2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98%

Name: 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010136

About 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98%

2,6-Dimethylphenol (CAS 576-26-1) is a phenolic building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade at a purity of 98%. With the molecular formula C8H10O, it has a molar mass of 122.16 g/mol. Common synonyms include 2-Hydroxy-m-xylene and vic.-m-Xylenol.

It is supplied as white to off-white powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 43-45 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and polymer and resin production. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2,6-Dimethylphenol in 100 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010136
CAS Number	576-26-1
IUPAC name	2,6-dimethylphenol
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₀O
Molecular weight	122.16 g/mol
Exact mass	122.0732
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29071950
InChIKey	NXXYKOUNUYWIHA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)C)O
PubChem CID	11335

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Melting point	43-45 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
UN number	UN 2261
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-m-xylene, vic.-m-Xylenol, 2,6-Xylenol, Phenol, 2,6-dimethyl-, Vic-m-xylenol, 1-Hydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzene, 2,6-Dmp, Xylenol 235, m-2-Xylenol, 2,6-Dimethyl phenol, 2,6-Dimethyl-phenol, 2-Hydroxy-1,3-dimethylbenzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P262, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P363, P391, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98% is 576-26-1. It is also known as 2-Hydroxy-m-xylene, vic.-m-Xylenol, 2,6-Xylenol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98%?

2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98% has the molecular formula C8H10O and a molecular weight of 122.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,6-dimethylphenol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98% can I order?

We supply 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2,6-Dimethylphenol, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 2261), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.