P-Tolyl Alcohol
Aroma Chemical CAS 589-18-4
A mild floral note.
Odor profile
| Descriptor 1 | Spicy |
| Descriptor 2 | Cinnamon |
| Descriptor 3 | Floral |
| Impact Level | Low |
Identification
| CAS Number | 589-18-4 |
| INCI Name | Methylbenzyl alcohol |
| Category | Aroma Chemical |
| Formula | C7H8O |
| Mol. Weight | 108.14 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-methylphenol |
| InChIKey | IWDCLRJOBJJRNH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Synonyms
benzenemethanol, 4-methyl-, p-cresyl alcohol, 4-( hydroxymethyl) toluene, 4-( hydroxymethyl)toluene, 4-methyl benzyl alcohol, p-methyl benzyl alcohol, para-methyl benzyl alcohol, p-methyl benzyl alcohol powder, 4-methylbenzyl alcohol, p-methylbenzyl alcohol, para-methylbenzyl alcohol, (4-methylphenyl)methan-1-ol, (4-methylphenyl)methanol, p-tolualcohol, para-tolualcohol, para-tolyl alcohol, p-tolylmethanol
Physical and chemical data
| Boiling Point | 217.00 °C |
| Melting Point | 61.00 °C |
| Flash Point | 105.00 °C |
| Densitye | 1.034 |
| Refractive Indexe | 1.5395 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.073000 mmHg @ 25.00 C. |
| LogP | 1.580 |
| Solubility | alcohol; water, 7710 mg/L @ 25 C (exp); For experimental / research use only. |
| Appearance | white solid |
e Estimated from a closely related isomer of the same molecule. Actual values vary by supplier, grade and quality.
Regulatory status
IFRA maximum concentrations
| Category | Use | Limit in the finished product |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | 0.048 % |
| Category 2 | Deodorants, antiperspirants | 0.048 % |
| Category 3 | Eye products | 0.048 % |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance | 1.5 % |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.64 % |
| Category 5B | Face cream | 0.048 % |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.048 % |
| Category 5D | Baby creams, oils | 0.016 % |
| Category 6 | Oral care, mouthwash | 0.048 % |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 0.048 % |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 0.048 % |
| Category 8 | Intimate and baby wipes | 0.016 % |
| Category 9 | Soap, shampoo, rinse-off | 0.53 % |
| Category 10A | Household care, hand contact | 0.53 % |
| Category 10B | Aerosol air fresheners | 0.048 % |
| Category 11A | Intended skin contact | 0.016 % |
| Category 11B | Minimal skin contact | 0.016 % |
| Category 12 | No skin contact, candles | Not restricted |
| IFRA Amendment | 49 |
| Restriction Type | Restriction |
| Critical Effect | Dermal Sensitization And Systemic Toxicity |
All figures on this page are guide values collected from public reference works and supplier declarations. They differ between batches, origins and qualities. The data sheet of your own supplier is always the authoritative document for the material you actually use.