p-Cymene, 95%

About p-Cymene, 95%

p-Cymene is an aroma chemical (Synthesis grade) carrying the CAS registry number 99-87-6 at a purity of 95%. With the molecular formula C10H14, it has a molar mass of 134.22 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1-methyl-4-propan-2-ylbenzene. Common synonyms include 4-Isopropyltoluene and 4-Methylcumene.

The material typically appears as a colourless to pale yellow liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of -68 °C and a density of 0.857 g/cm3. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are food and beverage processing, cosmetics and personal care and polymers and plastics.

Standard pack sizes are 250 mL, 1 L and 4 x 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	p-Cymene, 95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019305
CAS Number	99-87-6
IUPAC name	1-methyl-4-propan-2-ylbenzene
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₄
Molecular weight	134.22 g/mol
Exact mass	134.1096
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	95%
HSN code	29029090
InChIKey	HFPZCAJZSCWRBC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C)C
PubChem CID	7463

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to pale yellow liquid
Melting point	-68 °C
Density	0.857 g/cm3
LogP (XLogP3)	4.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 2046
Synonyms	4-Isopropyltoluene, 4-Methylcumene, Paracymene, p-Isopropyltoluene, Dolcymene, 1-Isopropyl-4-methylbenzene, p-Cymol, Para-cymene, p-Methylcumene, 4-Cymene, 2-p-Tolylpropane, Cymol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Toxic

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H304May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H331Toxic if inhaled
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P316, P321, P331, P370 + P378, P391, P403 + P233, P403 + P235, 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 p-Cymene, 95%?

The CAS Registry Number of p-Cymene, 95% is 99-87-6. It is also known as 4-Isopropyltoluene, 4-Methylcumene, Paracymene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of p-Cymene, 95%?

p-Cymene, 95% has the molecular formula C10H14 and a molecular weight of 134.22 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-methyl-4-propan-2-ylbenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of p-Cymene, 95% can I order?

We supply p-Cymene, 95% in Synthesis (95%) grade, in 250 mL, 1 L, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with p-Cymene, 95%?

Yes. Every lot of p-Cymene, 95% 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 p-Cymene, 95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. p-Cymene, 95% is classified as hazardous (UN 2046), 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.