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m-cresolm-Cresol, a possible toxic carcinogen, has many applications in industry.
Chemical Formula:
C7H8O1
Other names:
Layman's explanation:
M-Cresol is obtained from coal tar or petroleum as a clear to amber colored liquid or semi-solid. M-cresol has many applications such as plasticizers, gasoline additives,
pigments, disinfectants, antioxidants, and pharmaceutical intermediates. This
aromatic compound has a phenolic odor and is even used in perfumes. Recent
studies done by the U.S. National Toxicology Program have revealed that
m-cresol is actually slightly to moderately toxic and the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency has declared that m-cresol is a possible cancer causing
carcinogen. m-cresol is currently not banned in the United States, however
current research is focusing on its possible toxicity and cancer causing
properties.
Keywords:
plasticizer,
disinfectant
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