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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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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point50-52 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point237.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point100.0±0.0 °C
Exact Mass164.120117
PSA20.23000
LogP3.63
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.513
Additional Propertyinsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Environmental HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2907199090
Summary2907199090 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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