LIQ.PHENOL
LIQ.PHENOL
Chemical Formula: C?H?OH
Molecular Weight: 94.11 g/mol
Description:
Liquid Phenol, also known as Carbolic Acid, is a colorless to pale pink crystalline solid that becomes a clear liquid when slightly warmed. It has a distinct, sweet, tar-like odor and is soluble in alcohol, ether, and slightly soluble in water. Phenol is an important industrial chemical used as an intermediate in the production of resins, plastics, pharmaceuticals, and disinfectants.
Applications:
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Chemical Industry: Used as a raw material for the manufacture of bisphenol-A, caprolactam, and phenolic resins.
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Pharmaceuticals: Used in antiseptics, disinfectants, and as an intermediate in drug synthesis.
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Resin & Plastic Industry: Essential in the production of phenolic resins, epoxy resins, and nylon intermediates.
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Textile Industry: Used in dye manufacturing and finishing processes.
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Rubber Industry: Acts as a processing chemical and antioxidant intermediate.
Key Properties:
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to pale pink crystalline solid or clear liquid |
| Odor | Characteristic, sweet, tar-like odor |
| Purity (Assay) | ≥ 99.5% |
| Boiling Point | 182°C |
| Melting Point | 40.5°C |
| Flash Point | 79°C (Closed Cup) |
| Density (@20°C) | ~1.07 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; miscible with alcohol, ether, and chloroform |
| pH (of 1% soln) | Weakly acidic |
| Stability | Darkens on exposure to air and light |
| Grade | Industrial / LR / AR |
| Packaging | 200 kg MS drums / 250 kg HDPE drums / bulk tankers |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat, sunlight, and oxidizing agents. Keep containers tightly closed. Handle with gloves and protective gear. |
