Surfactants
REACH
4-nonylphenol
CAS Number
104-40-5
EC Number
203-199-4
What is 4-nonylphenol?
4-Nonylphenol (CAS 104-40-5), also known as p-Nonylphenol, is an alkylphenol intermediate used as a precursor to nonionic surfactants and as a functional additive.
Where is 4-nonylphenol used?
- Surfactants: raw material for nonylphenol ethoxylates
- Ethoxylates: emulsifiers, dispersants and wetting agents in textile processing, agricultural formulations and industrial cleaners
- Plastics and polymers: antioxidant stabilizers protecting polyolefins and rubber compounds
- Metalworking and lubricants: base for extreme-pressure additive packages and corrosion inhibitors
- Leather and paper: emulsification and surface modification in wet finishing
- It is frequently utilized in cutting fluids and gear oils.
Commercial specifications
- Technical grade, purity commonly 99% or above
- Purity levels depend on the intended downstream synthesis
- Drum, IBC and tanker quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
para Nonyl phenol|p-Nonylphenol|p-n-Nonylphenol|4-n-Nonylphenol|Phenol, 4-nonyl-|Phenol, p-nonyl-
What are the physical properties of 4-nonylphenol?
Melting Point 42 °C
Boiling Point 150-152 °C @ Press: 3-4 Torr
Density 0.9273 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point >230 °F
Appearance viscous colourless liquid with a phenol-like smell
Color Clear colorless
Odor Phenol like
Form neat
Water Solubility 6.35mg/L(25 ºC)
Vapor Pressure 0.109Pa at 25℃
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.511(lit.)
Log P 5.76
How is 4-nonylphenol classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS05· Corrosive GHS07· Irritant GHS08· Health Hazard GHS09· Environmental Hazard
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary Statements
P203 Obtain, consult and follow expert instructions for use.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to 4-nonylphenol?
UN Number 3145
ADR Class 8
Packing Group II
Storage Class 8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials
WGK (Germany) 3