Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
108-39-4
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Metacresol is a phenolic compound widely used as a preservative in pharmaceutical formulations. Produced via cumene process or coal tar distillation, its molecular formula is C7H8O with CAS No. 108-39-4.
Strictly limit use in parenteral products to approved concentrations. Requires storage in cool, ventilated areas away from oxidizers. Personnel must wear PPE due to corrosive and toxic properties upon exposure.