m-Cresol, BP

Name: m-Cresol, BP
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-047010

About m-Cresol, BP

Listed under CAS 108-39-4, m-Cresol is an aroma chemical available from Vaqora Chemicals in BP grade. Formula C7H8O, molecular weight 108.14 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-methylphenol. Alternative names: Metacresol and Phenol, 3-methyl-.

It is supplied as a liquid. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding and aroma research. Buyers come mainly from food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies m-Cresol in 100 mL, 500 mL, 1 L and 2 L packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	m-Cresol, BP
Catalogue No.	VQ-047010
CAS Number	108-39-4
IUPAC name	3-methylphenol
Molecular formula	C₇H₈O
Molecular weight	108.14 g/mol
Exact mass	108.0575
Grade	BP
HSN code	29071290
InChIKey	RLSSMJSEOOYNOY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=CC=C1)O
PubChem CID	342

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	Metacresol, Phenol, 3-methyl-, 3-hydroxytoluene, meta-cresol, m-methylphenol, 3-cresol, m-kresol, m-cresylic acid, m-toluol, 1-hydroxy-3-methylbenzene, m-oxytoluene, m-Hydroxytoluene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

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

Other grades of CAS 108-39-4

Synthesis

m-Cresol, 98%

CAS: 108-39-4
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-019261

AR

m-Cresol, GR 99%

CAS: 108-39-4
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-019262

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of m-Cresol, BP?

The CAS Registry Number of m-Cresol, BP is 108-39-4. It is also known as Metacresol, Phenol, 3-methyl-, 3-hydroxytoluene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of m-Cresol, BP?

m-Cresol, BP has the molecular formula C7H8O and a molecular weight of 108.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-methylphenol.

Which grade and pack sizes of m-Cresol, BP can I order?

We supply m-Cresol, BP in BP grade, in 100 mL, 500 mL, 1 L, 2 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with m-Cresol, BP?

Yes. Every lot of m-Cresol, BP 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 m-Cresol, BP be shipped internationally?

Yes. m-Cresol, BP is classified as hazardous, 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.