2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol
Also known as: 2-tert-Butyl-p-cresol, o-tert-Butyl-p-cresol, 6-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol, 6-tert-Butyl-p-cresol, MTBP, MBPC, RALOX 240, Lowinox MBPC, MONOBUTYL-P-CRESOL, 2-t-Butyl-4-methylphenol, 2-tert-butyl-4-methyl-1-hydroxybenzene, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-methylphenol, 2-tert-butyl-p-creso, 2-Terc.butyl-p-kresol, 2-tercbutyl-p-kresol(czech), p-Butylcresol, 2-butyl-4-methylphenol
2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol (CAS 2409-55-4) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H16O and a molecular weight of 164.244 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 50-52 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 237.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 100.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2409-55-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-32727-5
- Molecular Formula
- C11H16O
- Molecular Weight
- 164.244 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 50-52 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 237.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 100.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.120117 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 3.63 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.513 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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-methylphenol?
The CAS number of 2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol is 2409-55-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol?
2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol has molecular formula C11H16O and molecular weight 164.244 g/mol.
Is 2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol hazardous?
2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol?
For 2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol, Upstream Products: tert-Butyl hydroperoxide, p-Cresol, tert-Butanol; Downstream Products: 2,2'-Thiobis(6-tert-butyl-p-cresol), 2-tert-Butyl-6-[(dimethylamino)methyl]-4-methylphenol, Tris(2-tert-butyl-4-methylphenyl) phosphite.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenol (CAS 2409-55-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-32727-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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