o-Cresol, AR

Name: o-Cresol, AR
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046686

About o-Cresol, AR

Vaqora Chemicals supplies o-Cresol in AR grade, an aroma chemical registered under CAS number 95-48-7. Formula C7H8O, molecular weight 108.14 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-methylphenol. Alternative names: Orthocresol and 2-hydroxytoluene.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

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

Vaqora Chemicals supplies o-Cresol in 25 kg, 50 kg, 200 kg drum and 1 MT packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	o-Cresol, AR
Catalogue No.	VQ-046686
CAS Number	95-48-7
IUPAC name	2-methylphenol
Molecular formula	C₇H₈O
Molecular weight	108.14 g/mol
Exact mass	108.0575
Grade	AR
HSN code	29071290
InChIKey	QWVGKYWNOKOFNN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=CC=C1O
PubChem CID	335

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	Orthocresol, 2-hydroxytoluene, 2-Cresol, o-methylphenol, Phenol, 2-methyl-, o-Cresylic acid, o-Toluol, o-Oxytoluene, o-Hydroxytoluene, ortho-cresol, 1-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzene, o-Methylphenylol

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

Synthesis

o-Cresol, 98%

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

VQ-019289

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of o-Cresol, AR?

The CAS Registry Number of o-Cresol, AR is 95-48-7. It is also known as Orthocresol, 2-hydroxytoluene, 2-Cresol.

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

o-Cresol, AR 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, AR can I order?

We supply o-Cresol, AR in AR grade, in 25 kg, 50 kg, 200 kg drum, 1 MT packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with o-Cresol, AR?

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

Yes. o-Cresol, AR 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.