Compound Q&A
What regulatory guidelines apply to 2-Chloro-4-methylphenol (CAS: 6640-27-3)?
Answer
2-Chloro-4-methylphenol (CAS: 6640-27-3) falls under the classification of a hazardous chemical according to the GHS system. It is regulated under REACH in the EU, requiring manufacturers and importers to register substances above a certain tonnage. In the USA, it is listed under EPA's Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and may require reporting under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). FDA regulations may apply if it is used in pharmaceutical or food contact applications.
About
CAS No
6640-27-3
English Name
2-Chloro-4-methylphenol
Molecular Formula
C7H7ClO
Molecular Weight
142.59 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)Cl
InChIKey
AQJFATAFTQCRGC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-21 00:33
