| Formula / Notation | C6H6O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 108-95-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 94.11 |
| Melting Point | 109 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 360 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.04 at 105.8 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 50 to 100 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Phenol solution, [aqueous] is a white crystalline mass dissolved in an aqueous solution. Solution may be colorless to slightly pink in color with a distinctive phenol odor; sharp burning taste. Aqu... |
| Also Known As | 108-95-2; carbolic acid; Hydroxybenzene; Phenic acid; Oxybenzene; Benzenol; Phenylic acid; Phenylic alcohol; Monophenol; Phenyl hydrate |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Phenol?
Phenol is an organic hydroxy compound that consists of benzene bearing a single hydroxy substituent. The parent of the class of phenols. It has a role as an antiseptic drug, a disinfectant, a mouse metabolite and a human xenobiotic metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a phenolate.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: phenol
Other Names / Synonyms: 108-95-2; carbolic acid; Hydroxybenzene; Phenic acid; Oxybenzene; Benzenol; Phenylic acid; Phenylic alcohol; Monophenol; Phenyl hydrate
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 109 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 360 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.04 at 105.8 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 94.11 |
| Solubility | 50 to 100 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Phenol solution, [aqueous] is a white crystalline mass dissolved in an aqueous solution. Solution may be colorless to slightly pink in color with a distinctive phenol odor; sharp burning taste. Aqu... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Phenol is an organic hydroxy compound that consists of benzene bearing a single hydroxy substituent. The parent of the class of phenols. It has a role as an antiseptic drug, a disinfectant, a mouse metabolite and a human xenobiotic metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a phenolate.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Phenol is: C6H6O