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o-Cresol

Also known as: 2-Methylphenol, o-Hydroxytoluene, o-Methylphenol, 2-Cresol, ortho-Cresol, o-Toluol, 1-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzene, 2-Hydroxytoluene

o-Cresol (CAS 95-48-7) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O and a molecular weight of 108.138 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 30-32ºC, a boiling point of 191.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 81.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
95-48-7
Jingsj CID
J-43521-5
Molecular Formula
C7H8O
Molecular Weight
108.138 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point30-32ºC
Boiling Point191.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point81.1±0.0 °C
Exact Mass108.057518
PSA20.23000
LogP1.94
Additional Property3.72 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure0.4±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.546
Additional Property20 g/L (20 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute Toxicity / Environmental HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2907121200
Summary2907121200 o-cresol。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 o-Cresol?

The CAS number of o-Cresol is 95-48-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of o-Cresol?

o-Cresol has molecular formula C7H8O and molecular weight 108.138 g/mol.

Is o-Cresol hazardous?

o-Cresol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of o-Cresol?

For o-Cresol, Upstream Products: 2-Bromotoluene, 2-Methylbenzeneboronic acid, 2-Iodotoluene; Downstream Products: 3-Bromo-2-methylphenol, 5-Bromo-2-methylphenol, 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "o-Cresol (CAS 95-48-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-43521-5 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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