2-Methoxyphenol, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

2-Methoxyphenol, >-98%, C7H8O2, CAS Number-90-05-1, methylcatechol, guaiastil, 2-hydroxyanisole, 1-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzene, pyroguaiac acid, o-methoxyphenol, pyrocatechol monomethyl ether, phenol, 2-methoxy, guaicol, guaiacol, 1000g, >98%, 508112, 204 deg.C to 206 deg.C, CHEBI:28591, 1.129

2-Methoxyphenol acts as an expectorant. It is used as an anti-oxidant as well as an anti-skinning agent for paints. It serves as a precursor to flavorants such as eugenol and vanillin. Further, it is used as an intermediate in the chemical synthesis of active pharmaceuticals, flavoring and perfumery products. In addition to this, it is also used as an indicator in chemical reactions that produce oxygen.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
2-Methoxyphenol acts as an expectorant. It is used as an anti-oxidant as well as an anti-skinning agent for paints. It serves as a precursor to flavorants such as eugenol and vanillin. Further, it is used as an intermediate in the chemical synthesis of active pharmaceuticals, flavoring and perfumery products. In addition to this, it is also used as an indicator in chemical reactions that produce oxygen.

Solubility
Miscible with carbon tetrachloride, alcohol, chloroform, ether, oils, glacial acetic acid and sodium hydroxide solution. Slightly miscible with water and petroleum ether.

Notes
Air and light sensitive. Store in a cool place. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specifications

• Melting Point: 28°C to 31°C
• Density: 1.129 g/mL
• Boiling Point: 204°C to 206°C
• Flash Point: 82°C (179°F)
• Assay Percent Range: >98%
• Refractive Index: 1.543
• Quantity: 250 g
• Beilstein: 508112
• Sensitivity: Air and light sensitive
• Merck Index: 14,4553
• Solubility Information: Miscible with carbon tetrachloride,alcohol,chloroform,ether,oils,glacial acetic acid and sodium hydroxide solution. Slightly miscible with water and petroleum ether.
• Formula Weight: 124.14
• Percent Purity: ≥98%
• Chemical Name or Material: 2-Methoxyphenol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H227-H302-H315-H319
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement H302-H315-H319 Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary Statement	P210-P235-P260-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P301+P312-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P314-P330-P332+P313-P362-P370+P378q-P501c
EINECSNumber	201-964-7
RTECSNumber	SL7525000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only