Phenol
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Phenol is a high-purity USP/Technical Grade aromatic organic compound and a critical raw material for global chemical synthesis. Offering 99.9% purity, it is the foundational building block for phenolic resins, polycarbonates, and pharmaceuticals.
This white crystalline solid (melting into a clear liquid at 41°C) possesses a characteristic medicinal odor. It is highly reactive, facilitating the production of Bisphenol A, caprolactam, and high-performance adhesives used in the construction and automotive sectors.
In the medical field, Phenol serves as an antiseptic and disinfectant, as well as an intermediate in the production of aspirin. Its immense chemical versatility makes it one of the most important commodities in the industrial chemical supply chain.
APPLICATIONS
- Resin Manufacturing: Primary raw material for Phenol-Formaldehyde (PF) resins used in wood adhesives and molded plastics.
- Chemical Intermediate: Used to synthesize Bisphenol A (BPA), adipic acid, and various herbicides/fungicides.
- Pharma & Medical: Employed as a surgical antiseptic and as a precursor for various over-the-counter and prescription drugs.
SAFETY & RISKS
Classified as Acute Tox 3 (All routes) and Skin Corr 1B. Highly toxic and corrosive; requires Full Chemical Suits, Full-Face Respirators, and Viton Gloves.
PACKAGING
200 kg Steel Drums, 1000 kg IBC Tanks, or heated Bulk Tankers.
