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4-tert-Octylphenol

Also known as: 4-(1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl)phenol, 4-(2,4,4-Trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenol, p-tert-Octylphenol, t-Octylphenol, tert-Octylphenol, Phenol, 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)-, Para-tert-octylphenol, PTOP

4-tert-Octylphenol (CAS 140-66-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H22O and a molecular weight of 206.324 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 79-82 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 282.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.3±8.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
140-66-9
Jingsj CID
J-44212-3
Molecular Formula
C14H22O
Molecular Weight
206.324 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point79-82 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point282.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point148.3±8.2 °C
Exact Mass206.167068
PSA20.23000
LogP4.93
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.501

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Dinh Nam Tran, et al. 4-tert-Octylphenol Exposure Disrupts Brain Development and Subsequent Motor, Cognition, Social, and Behavioral Functions. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, 2020.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2907139000
Summary2907139000 3-octylphenol。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。Lowest tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-tert-Octylphenol?

The CAS number of 4-tert-Octylphenol is 140-66-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-tert-Octylphenol?

4-tert-Octylphenol has molecular formula C14H22O and molecular weight 206.324 g/mol.

Is 4-tert-Octylphenol hazardous?

4-tert-Octylphenol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-tert-Octylphenol?

For 4-tert-Octylphenol, Upstream Products: 2,4,4-Trimethylpent-1-ene, Phenol, 2,4,4-Trimethyl-2-pentanol; Downstream Products: 4-tert-Butylphenol, 2,4-Di-tert-butylphenol, Phenol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-tert-Octylphenol (CAS 140-66-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-44212-3 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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