4-cumylphenol

Also known as: p-cumylphenol, para-cumylphenol, 4-(1-methyl-1-phenylethyl)phenol, 4-(2-phenylisopropyl)phenol, 4-(alpha,alpha-dimethylbenzyl)phenol, p-(alpha,alpha-dimethylbenzyl)phenol, p-(alpha-cumyl)phenol, p-hydroxy-2,2-diphenylpropane, 2-phenyl-2-(p-hydroxyphenyl)propane, cumyl phenol, PCP, AURORA 4778

4-cumylphenol (CAS 599-64-4) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H16O and a molecular weight of 212.28700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 72-75 °C, a boiling point of 335 °C, a density of 1,115 g/cm3 and a flash point of 160 °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.: 599-64-4
Jingsj CID: J-47599-4
Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₁₆O
Molecular Weight: 212.28700 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	72-75 °C
Boiling Point	335 °C
Density	1,115 g/cm3
Flash Point	160 °C
Exact Mass	212.12000
PSA	20.23000
LogP	3.71810
Refractive Index	1.587

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

H315 — Causes skin irritation
H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Yue W, et al. Biodegradation of bisphenol-A polycarbonate plastic by Pseudoxanthomonas sp. strain NyZ600. J Hazard Mater. 2021 Aug 15;416:125775. [2]. Chiha M, et al. Sonolytic degradation of endocrine disrupting chemical 4-cumylphenol in water. Ultrason Sonochem. 2011 Sep;18(5):943-50. [3]. Ramskov Tetzlaff CN, Svingen T, et al. Bisphenols B, E, F, and S and 4-cumylphenol induce lipid accumulation in mouse adipocytes similarly to bisphenol A. Environ Toxicol. 2020 May;35(5):543-552.

Additional Information

[1]. Yue W, et al. Biodegradation of bisphenol-A polycarbonate plastic by Pseudoxanthomonas sp. strain NyZ600. J Hazard Mater. 2021 Aug 15;416:125775. [2]. Chiha M, et al. Sonolytic degradation of endocrine disrupting chemical 4-cumylphenol in water. Ultrason Sonochem. 2011 Sep;18(5):943-50. [3]. Ramskov Tetzlaff CN, Svingen T, et al. Bisphenols B, E, F, and S and 4-cumylphenol induce lipid accumulation in mouse adipocytes similarly to bisphenol A. Environ Toxicol. 2020 May;35(5):543-552.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-cumylphenol?

The CAS number of 4-cumylphenol is 599-64-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-cumylphenol?

4-cumylphenol has molecular formula C15H16O and molecular weight 212.28700 g/mol.

Is 4-cumylphenol hazardous?

4-cumylphenol 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-cumylphenol?

For 4-cumylphenol, Upstream Products: Bisphenol A, α-methylstyrene, Phenol; Downstream Products: 4-Fluorophenol, Pyridine hydrochloride, 4-[4-(2-Phenyl-2-propanyl)phenoxy]phthalonitrile.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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