Compound Q&A
What is Cresol (CAS: 84989-04-8)?
Answer
Cresol is a methylated phenol compound with the chemical formula C7H8O. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong, aromatic odor. Cresol is known for its antiseptic, disinfectant, and preservative properties, and is commonly used in industrial and chemical applications. It exists in three isomeric forms: ortho-cresol, meta-cresol, and para-cresol, each with slightly different physical and chemical characteristics.
About
CAS No
84989-04-8
English Name
Cresol
Molecular Formula
C14H16O2
Molecular Weight
216.28 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC=C(C=C1)O.CC1=CC(=CC=C1)O
InChIKey
PHVAHRJIUQBTHJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
