4-Pentylphenol

4-Pentylphenol is a White or colorless to light yellow a liquid organic compound with a faint, pleasant odour and a sweet taste. It is a phenolic compound, meaning that it contains a hydroxyl (-OH) group attached to a benzene ring. It is a component of many essential oils and is used in the manufacture of fragrances, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

Chemical Name:

4-Pentylphenol

CAS No:

14938-35-3

Molecular Fomula:

C11H16O

Formula Weight:

164.24

Chemical Uses

Description:

4-Pentylphenol has a strong phenolic scent, which can be described as slightly floral or minty. It is a white or colorless to light yellow a liquid with a melting point of 23-25 °C. The compound is slightly soluble in water and insoluble in organic solvents. It is a naturally occurring alkylphenol that is commonly used as a detergent, fungicide, or flavor enhancer.

Chemical Properties:

White or Colorless to Light yellow A liquid

Uses:

4-Pentylphenol is an important intermediate for the production of other phenolic compounds, such as pentylhydroxybenzene, which is used in the manufacture of plastics and resins. It is also used as an intermediate for the synthesis of other aromatic compounds, such as anisole and ethyl phenol.

4-Pentylphenol is used as a flavor enhancer for food, beverages, and cosmetics. It is also used as a deodorizer in industrial applications, such as petroleum refining.

Chemical Properties

Chemical name:	4-Pentylphenol
Cas No:	14938-35-3
Molecular Formula:	C11H16O
Formula Weight:	164.24
Apperance:	White or Colorless to Light yellow A liquid
Purity:	98%
Storage conditions：	Keep in dark place,Inert atmosphere,Room temperature