2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol
Also known as: 4-Ethyl-2-tert-butylphenol, Phenol, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-ethyl-, 2-tert-butyl-4-ethyl-phenol, 4-ethyl-2-tert-butylphenol, 2-t-butyl-4-ethylphenol, 4-Ethyl-2-(2-methyl-2-propanyl)phenol, 4-Hydroxy-1-aethyl-3-tert.-butyl-benzol
2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol (CAS 96-70-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H18O and a molecular weight of 178.271 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 41-44 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 248.3±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 111.9±7.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 96-70-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1965725-1
- Molecular Formula
- C12H18O
- Molecular Weight
- 178.271 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 41-44 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 248.3±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 111.9±7.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.135757 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 4.16 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.510 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2907199090 other monophenols VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol?
The CAS number of 2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol is 96-70-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol?
2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol has molecular formula C12H18O and molecular weight 178.271 g/mol.
Is 2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol hazardous?
2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol?
For 2-tert-Butyl-4-ethylphenol, Upstream Products: 4-Ethylphenol, Isobutylene, o-Cresol; Downstream Products: 2,2'-Methylenebis(6-tert-butyl-4-ethylphenol).
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