Phenol
Industrial Applications
Phenol is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry for its antiseptic, anesthetic, and preservative properties. In low concentrations, it is applied as a topical antiseptic for wound care and surgical preparation. Phenol also plays a key role in certain medical and dental procedures, including chemical cauterization. Additionally, it serves as an important intermediate in the synthesis of numerous pharmaceutical compounds, contributing to the production of analgesics, antiseptics, and other therapeutic agents.
Physical Properties
Phenol is an aromatic organic compound that typically appears as colorless to pale pink crystalline solids or as a clear liquid at slightly elevated temperatures. It has a characteristic phenolic odor and is moderately soluble in water, forming weakly acidic solutions. Phenol is highly soluble in alcohols and organic solvents, and it exhibits corrosive and toxic properties, requiring careful handling and storage.
Grade
- Injectable
- USP
- Ph.Eur
- IP
Other Names
- Carbolic Acid
- Hydroxybenzene
- Phenyl Alcohol
- Benzenol
Abbreviations
- PhOH
Form
- Liquid
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