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Cresylic Acid MC99
Cresylic Acid MC99 is a cresylic acid from Sasol that consists of 99% meta-cresol isomer with high purity and excellent solvency.
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- Manufacturer: Sasol
- Product Line: Sasol Cresylic Acid Blends
- Product: Cresylic Acid Blends
- Industries: Adhesives | Agriculture | Building & Construction | Care Chemicals | Coatings
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
MC99 is a weak organic acid that serves as a key raw material in a variety of manufacturing processes due to its unique reactivity and solvency.
In pharma, MC99 (m-cresol) is used as an intermediate in the production of many different chemicals. It is also used as a preservative and solubilizing agent in dermal and parenteral pharmaceutical preparations.
Specifications
CAS numbers: 108-39-4, 106-44-5
Physical state @ 20°C: Liquid
Appearance: Clear to amber
pH: 5.5
Melting point: 12°C
Boiling point: 202°C
Flash point: 94°C
Vapor pressure: 0.2 mmHg @ 25°C
Autoignition temperature: 559°C
Primary Chemistry:
High-purity meta-cresol, 99%
Features & Benefits
- High solvency
- High reactivity
- Low metals
- Low particulates
- Biodegradable
Problems Solved
Limited availability of high-purity meta-cresol
High level of isomers or impurities in m-cresol products
Applications
Phenolic resin production, vitamin E production, pesticides, insecticides, polymer solvents, pharmaceutical applications
Related Applications
Agriculture
Building & Construction
Care Chemicals
Coatings
Related Chemistries
Related Functions
Adhesives
Agriculture
Building & Construction
Care Chemicals
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