Description

2-Methoxy-4-Methylphenol is a versatile aromatic compound, also known as 4-Methylguaiacol, valued for its distinctive smoky, spicy, and phenolic aroma. This chemical serves as a crucial intermediate and a key flavor and fragrance ingredient across multiple high-value industries. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials for synthesis and formulation.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key aroma chemical used to impart smoky, woody, and spicy notes in perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a vital building block in the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides as a precursor molecule.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a reagent or starting material in organic synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Antioxidant Applications: Utilized for its phenolic properties in specialty formulations requiring oxidation inhibition.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-4-Methylphenol
CAS No.	93-51-6
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2
Molecular Weight	138.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylguaiacol; 2-Methoxy-p-cresol; 4-Methyl-2-methoxyphenol; Creosol; Homoguaiacol; 2-Methoxy-4-methyl phenol; p-Cresyl methyl ether; 1-Hydroxy-2-methoxy-4-methylbenzene
EINECS	202-253-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-4-Methylphenol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.532 - 1.536
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.085 - 1.095

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.