o-Cresol, 98%

Name: o-Cresol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019289

About o-Cresol, 98%

Listed under CAS 95-48-7, o-Cresol is an aroma chemical available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade with a typical assay of 98%. Its molecular formula is C7H8O and its molecular weight is 108.14 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-methylphenol. Alternative names: 2-Hydroxytoluene and 2-Cresol.

The material typically appears as a colourless to amber liquid to solid. Reported physical data include a melting point of 29-31 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. 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 agrochemical formulations. Buyers come mainly from 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
Agrochemical formulations

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	o-Cresol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019289
CAS Number	95-48-7
IUPAC name	2-methylphenol
Molecular formula	C₇H₈O
Molecular weight	108.14 g/mol
Exact mass	108.0575
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29071290
InChIKey	QWVGKYWNOKOFNN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=CC=C1O
PubChem CID	335

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to amber liquid to solid
Melting point	29-31 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
UN number	UN 3455
Synonyms	2-Hydroxytoluene, 2-Cresol, o-Cresylic acid, 1-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzene,, Orthocresol, o-methylphenol, Phenol, 2-methyl-, o-Toluol, o-Oxytoluene, o-Hydroxytoluene, ortho-cresol, 1-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzene

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 95-48-7

AR

o-Cresol, AR

CAS: 95-48-7
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-046686

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of o-Cresol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of o-Cresol, 98% is 95-48-7. It is also known as 2-Hydroxytoluene, 2-Cresol, o-Cresylic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of o-Cresol, 98%?

o-Cresol, 98% has the molecular formula C7H8O and a molecular weight of 108.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methylphenol.

Which grade and pack sizes of o-Cresol, 98% can I order?

We supply o-Cresol, 98% in Synthesis (98%) 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 o-Cresol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of o-Cresol, 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 o-Cresol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. o-Cresol, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 3455), 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.