Amylmetacresol
Also known as: 5-methyl-2-pentylphenol, 6-amyl-m-cresol, 6-pentyl-m-cresol, 6-n-amyl-m-cresol, pentyl-m-cresol, 2-amyl-5-methylphenol, 5-methyl-2-n-pentylphenol, 3-Hydroxy-1-methyl-4-pentyl-benzol, 5-Methyl-2-(pent-1-yl)phenol
Amylmetacresol (CAS 1300-94-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H18O and a molecular weight of 178.27100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 24°C, a boiling point of 273.2ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.955g/cm3 and a flash point of 125.3ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1300-94-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1967463-6
- Molecular Formula
- C12H18O
- Molecular Weight
- 178.27100 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 24°C |
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| Boiling Point | 273.2ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.955g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 125.3ºC |
| Exact Mass | 178.13600 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 3.43330 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.00348mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.516 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
| Additional Property | Practically insoluble in water, very soluble in acetone and in ethanol (96 per cent). |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Martina Morokutti-Kurz, et al. Amylmetacresol/2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol, hexylresorcinol, or carrageenan lozenges as active treatments for sore throat. Int J Gen Med. 2017 Feb 28;10:53-60. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907199090 |
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| 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 Amylmetacresol?
The CAS number of Amylmetacresol is 1300-94-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Amylmetacresol?
Amylmetacresol has molecular formula C12H18O and molecular weight 178.27100 g/mol.
Is Amylmetacresol hazardous?
Amylmetacresol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Amylmetacresol?
For Amylmetacresol, Upstream Products: Valeryl chloride, m-Cresol, Valeric anhydride.
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