Phenol, 2,2'-methylenebis[4-methyl-

• CAT Number: L016156
• CAS Number: 3236-63-3
• Molecular Formula: C15H16O2
• Molecular Weight: 228.29
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 2-[(2-hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)methyl]-4-methylphenol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C15H16O2/c1-10-3-5-14(16)12(7-10)9-13-8-11(2)4-6-15(13)17/h3-8,16-17H,9H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: XZXYQEHISUMZAT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)CC2=C(C=CC(=C2)C)O

Phenol, 2,2′-methylenebis[4-methyl-]（Cat No.:L016156）, also known as 4,4′-methylenebis(2-methylphenol) or dimethyl bisphenol F, is an organic compound with the molecular formula C15H16O2. It consists of two 2-methylphenol (o-cresol) units linked via a methylene (–CH2–) bridge at the para positions. This bisphenol derivative is used as an intermediate in the production of polymers, resins, and specialty plastics, offering enhanced thermal and mechanical properties. Its phenolic hydroxyl groups enable it to participate in condensation reactions, particularly with epoxides and formaldehyde. It is typically a crystalline solid and should be stored in a dry, cool environment with appropriate handling precautions.