Guaiacol / 10 KG
Purity:
99 %
Synonym:
2-Methoxyphenol, Catechol monomethyl ether, Pyrocatechol monomethyl ether
Molecular Formula:
(CH3O)C6H4OH
Molecular Weight:
124.14
SKU:
MND-62218
CAS Number:
90-05-1
MDL number:
MFCD00002185
EC Number:
201-964-7
Form:
liquid;solid;
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Packing size:
10 KG
374.50 EUR
Safety Information
Hazard Statements
H225
H301 + H311 + H331
H370
H302
H315
H319
Precautionary Statements
P210
P280
P304 + P340 + P311
P264
P270
P301 + P312
P305 + P351 + P338
P302 + P352
P301 + P310 + P330
P302 + P352 + P312
P301 + P312 + P330
Pictograms
Properties
| Signal Word | Warning |
| Flash Point (C) | 90 °C - closed cup |
| Flash Point (F) | 194.0 °F - closed cup |
| Vapor Density | 4.27 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.11 mmHg ( 25 °C) |
Product Description
Guaiacol is a naturally occurring organic compound with a pleasant smoky aroma, derived from guaiacum or wood creosote. It is commonly used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, imparting a distinctive smoky taste. Guaiacol also serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and as a precursor for the production of other aromatic compounds. Its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties make it useful in the preservation of food and medicinal formulations.
Application:
Guaiacol is used in the flavoring of food and beverages to provide a smoky taste. It is also employed as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a preservative due to its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.