4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol
Also known as: 4-Fluoro-o-cresol, 5-Fluoro-2-hydroxytoluene, 2-methyl-4-fluorophenol, 4-Fluor-2-methyl-phenol, 4-Fluoro-2-me-phenol, 4-fluoro-2-methyl-phenol, Phenol, 4-fluoro-2-methyl-, MFCD00075088
4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol (CAS 452-72-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7FO and a molecular weight of 126.128 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 37-38 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 198.0±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 85.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 452-72-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-36351-9
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7FO
- Molecular Weight
- 126.128 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 37-38 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 198.0±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 85.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 126.048096 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 2.23 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.520 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2908199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: 2908199090. derivatives of polyphenols or phenol-alcohols containing only halogen substituents and their salts. 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 4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol?
The CAS number of 4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol is 452-72-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol?
4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol has molecular formula C7H7FO and molecular weight 126.128 g/mol.
Is 4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol hazardous?
4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol?
For 4-Fluoro-2-methylphenol, Upstream Products: 4-Bromo-2-methylphenol, 3-Fluorotoluene, 4-tert-Butyl-2-methylphenol; Downstream Products: 5-Fluorosalicylic acid, 5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid, 4-Fluoro-2-methylanisole.
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