Description
Chavicol (4-Allylphenol) is a naturally occurring phenolic compound with the molecular formula C9H10O and CAS number 501-92-8. This aromatic organic compound, also known by its IUPAC name 4-prop-2-enylphenol, is characterized by its hydroxyl and allyl functional groups attached to a benzene ring. Chavicol is commonly found in essential oils of various plants, including betel leaf, basil, and tarragon, contributing to their distinctive flavors and fragrances.
With a purity suitable for research and industrial applications, our Chavicol is rigorously tested to ensure high quality and consistency. It is available in various quantities to meet both laboratory-scale and bulk requirements. This compound is widely utilized in organic synthesis, flavor and fragrance formulation, and pharmaceutical research due to its unique chemical properties.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and oxidizing agents to maintain stability. For research use only.
Properties
- CAS Number: 501-92-8
- Complexity: 101
- IUPAC Name: 4-allylphenol
- InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10O/c1-2-3-8-4-6-9(10)7-5-8/h2,4-7,10H,1,3H2
- InChI Key: RGIBXDHONMXTLI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- LogP: 2.910
- Exact Mass: 134.073164938
- Molecular Formula: C9H10O
- Molecular Weight: 134.17
- SMILES: C=CCC1=CC=C(C=C1)O
- Topological: 20.2
- Monoisotopic Mass: 134.073164938
- Physical Description: Liquid
- Boiling Point: 234.00 to 236.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
- Melting Point: 16 °C
- Solubility: Insoluble in water
- Density: 1.017-1.023
- Refractive Index: 1.542-1.548
- Synonyms: 4-Allylphenol, Chavicol, 501-92-8, p-Allylphenol, p-Hydroxyallylbenzene, 4-prop-2-enylphenol, Phenol, 4-(2-propenyl)-, Phenol, p-allyl-, 4-(prop-2-en-1-yl)phenol, p-Chavicol, 4-(2-Propenyl)phenol, gamma-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)-alpha-propylene, 4-(Prop-2-enyl)-phenol, CCRIS 3208, EINECS 207-929-2, NSC 290195, CHEBI:50158, Q5ER4K6969, CHAVICOL [MI], NSC-290195, 4-ALLYLPHENOL [FHFI], FEMA NO. 4075, DTXSID60198210, Phenol, p-allyl-(8CI), DTXCID90120701, Phenol, 4-(2-propenyl)-(9CI), 207-929-2, 4-Allyl-Phenol, MFCD01940501, .gamma.-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)-.alpha.-propylene, 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-1-propene, UNII-Q5ER4K6969, alpha -propylene, p-Allyl-Phenol, phenol, 4-allyl-, p-Hydroxyallylpropene, 4-(2-propenyl)-phenol, Phenol, p-allyl- (8CI), SCHEMBL30870, CHEMBL108862, SCHEMBL2470763, SCHEMBL4319803, SCHEMBL7193019, SCHEMBL7251886, SCHEMBL9062903, 3-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)-1-propene, SCHEMBL13268700, RGIBXDHONMXTLI-UHFFFAOYSA-, AAA50192, AC1877, NSC290195, Phenol, 4-(2-propenyl)- (9CI), AKOS006278514, CS-12298, SY045829, DB-106539, C3743, CS-0217169, NS00021177, C16930, EN300-698378, laquo gammaRaquo -(p-hydroxyphenyl)-alpha -propylene, Q2504388, InChI=1/C9H10O/c1-2-3-8-4-6-9(10)7-5-8/h2,4-7,10H,1,3H2
Application
Chavicol is primarily used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient due to its pleasant, spicy aroma. It serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex aromatic compounds in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. Researchers also study its potential antimicrobial and antioxidant properties for applications in food preservation and healthcare products.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (66.7%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H316 (33.3%): Causes mild skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (66.7%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (66.7%)
- Skin Mild Irrit. 3 (33.3%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (66.7%)
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