m-Cresol, GR 99%

Name: m-Cresol, GR 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019262

About m-Cresol, GR 99%

m-Cresol is an aroma chemical in AR grade carrying the CAS registry number 108-39-4, specified at 99% purity. With the molecular formula C7H8O, it has a molar mass of 108.14 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-methylphenol. Alternative names: 1-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzene and 3-Hydroxytoluene.

It is supplied as a liquid. Literature values give a melting point of 8-10 °C and a boiling point of 203 °C. 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.

Typical applications include flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and pharmaceutical synthesis. It is used across food and beverage processing, cosmetics and personal care and agrochemical production.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg and 160 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Pharmaceutical synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	m-Cresol, GR 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019262
CAS Number	108-39-4
IUPAC name	3-methylphenol
Molecular formula	C₇H₈O
Molecular weight	108.14 g/mol
Exact mass	108.0575
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29071290
InChIKey	RLSSMJSEOOYNOY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=CC=C1)O
PubChem CID	342

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Melting point	8-10 °C
Boiling point	203 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
UN number	UN 2076
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzene, 3-Hydroxytoluene, Metacresol, Phenol, 3-methyl-, meta-cresol, m-methylphenol, 3-cresol, m-kresol, m-cresylic acid, m-toluol, 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

BP

m-Cresol, BP

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

VQ-047010

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of m-Cresol, GR 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of m-Cresol, GR 99% is 108-39-4. It is also known as 1-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzene, 3-Hydroxytoluene, Metacresol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of m-Cresol, GR 99%?

m-Cresol, GR 99% 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, GR 99% can I order?

We supply m-Cresol, GR 99% in AR (99%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg, 160 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with m-Cresol, GR 99%?

Yes. Every lot of m-Cresol, GR 99% 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, GR 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. m-Cresol, GR 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 2076), 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.