Substance profile
4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol
4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol is a white solid.
01 · Identification
What 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)ph… is
4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol is a white solid. Its molecular formula is C14H22O and its molecular weight is 206.32 g/mol. It boils at 279 °C, melts at 85 °C.
Under the GHS it carries the signal word Danger.
Other names for 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)ph…
- 4-tert-octylphenol
02 · GHS classification
Hazards and label elements
Harmonised classification under CLP Annex VI. This is the legally binding classification in the EU; other jurisdictions may differ.
| Code | Hazard statement |
|---|---|
| H315 | Causes skin irritation. |
| H318 | Causes serious eye damage. |
| H400 | Very toxic to aquatic life. |
| H410 | Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
Precautionary statements: P264, P273, P280, P302, P305, P310, P313, P332, P338, P352, P391, P501
03 · Physical and chemical properties
4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)ph… properties
Every value is shown with the conditions it was measured under and the source it came from. Where sources disagree, all values are listed rather than one being picked — the difference is usually a different form of the substance, not an error.
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boiling point | 279 °C (534.2 °F) | HSDB | |
| Melting point | 85 °C (185 °F) | HSDB | |
| 84.5 °C (184.1 °F) | HMDB | ||
| Density | 0.89 g/cm³ | at 90 °C | HSDB |
| Vapor pressure | 0.0353 mmHg | at 74 °C | HSDB |
| 0.03 mmHg | Haz-Map |
Values compiled from PubChem Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary. Temperatures converted to Fahrenheit for reference.
04 · Handling and storage
Storing and handling 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)ph…
Storage conditions
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials: Strong oxidizing agents, heavy metals.
Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
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