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2-Phenylphenol | 90-43-7 | Sarchem Labs

SKU: S3304

Description

2-Hydroxybiphenyl (PubChem CID: 7017) — also known as o-phenylphenol, biphenyl-2-ol, 2-biphenylol, o-hydroxybiphenyl, and other synonyms such as phenylphenol and 1,1′-biphenyl-2-ol — is an aromatic organic compound with multiple alternative names.

SPECIFICATION

Boiling Point286°C
Melting Point59°C
pH11.2 to 11.6 (1% H2O soln.)
ColorWhite
Formula Weight170.21
Physical FormCrystal-Powder at 20°C
Chemical Name or Material2-Phenylphenol
UN Number3077

Safety Information

Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS

 

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2-Phenylphenol | 90-43-7 FAQs

It is an organic compound used widely as a disinfectant, preservative, and chemical intermediate. It exists in two isomeric forms, with 2-phenylphenol being the most commercially significant due to its potent antimicrobial properties.

The phenylphenol chemical is commonly used in surface disinfectants, industrial cleaners, and food packaging. It helps prevent the growth of bacteria, mold, and fungi, especially in medical and agricultural settings.

The chemical formula of phenylphenol is C12H10O. This represents a molecule composed of 12 carbon atoms, 10 hydrogen atoms, and 1 oxygen atom.

The phenylphenol boiling and melting points are approximately 279°C and 57–59°C, respectively. These thermal properties make it versatile and manageable across various processing conditions.

The chemical name of the phenylphenol is 2-Phenylphenol (also known as o-phenylphenol). It indicates that a phenyl group is attached to the second position of a phenol ring.