Description
3-Chloro-5-methylphenol (CAS No. 58291-77-3) is a chlorinated methylphenol compound with the molecular formula C7H7ClO. This high-purity chemical is ideal for research and industrial applications due to its well-defined structure and consistent quality. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid with a characteristic phenolic odor. Suitable for use in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediates, and material science, this compound is rigorously tested for purity and stability. Packaged under inert conditions to ensure longevity, it is available in various quantities to meet both laboratory and bulk-scale demands. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and oxidizing agents.
Properties
- CAS Number: 58291-77-3
- Complexity: 94.9
- IUPAC Name: 3-chloro-5-methyl-phenol
- InChI: InChI=1S/C7H7ClO/c1-5-2-6(8)4-7(9)3-5/h2-4,9H,1H3
- InChI Key: QXHZLCYUCTZZNL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 142.0185425
- Molecular Formula: C7H7ClO
- Molecular Weight: 142.58
- SMILES: CC1=CC(=CC(=C1)Cl)O
- Topological: 20.2
- Monoisotopic Mass: 142.0185425
- Synonyms: 3-chloro-5-methylphenol, 58291-77-3, DTXSID20274544, DTXCID10226017, 877-674-5, 5-Chloro-m-cresol, MFCD08234650, Phenol, 3-chloro-5-methyl-, SCHEMBL12503, SCHEMBL2112953, SCHEMBL3341894, SCHEMBL4341400, SCHEMBL17205990, SCHEMBL18203766, 3-CHLORO-5-HYDROXYTOLUENE, CL9152, AKOS006284248, CS-W018769, MB05590, DS-12743, SY030405, DB-013402, EN300-219263, Z1198176469
Application
3-Chloro-5-methylphenol serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is utilized in the development of antimicrobial agents and preservatives due to its phenolic properties. Researchers also employ it in material science for modifying polymer matrices and as a precursor in specialty chemical manufacturing.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H318 (100%): Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Acute Tox. 4 (100%)
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Dam. 1 (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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