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Description

Phenol Crystals 25g – extremely volatile, mildly acidic, white crystalline solid derived from the organic phenol (hydroxyl / -OH) compound, also widely known as carbolic acid. Used by Chiropodists, Podiatrists & Doctors for phenolisation (full nail avulsion / matrixectomy), phenol crystals prevent nail regrowth when applied to the nail matrix. Predominately produced from benzene through either hydrolysis or chlorobenzene or oxidisation of isopropylbenzene, phenol crystals are toxic, combustible and highly corrosive, therefore should be stored and handled with extreme caution. Extensively used in a broad and diverse range of industries including production of epoxies, detergents, herbicides and a variety of pharmaceutical medicines and treatments.

Compound

• Molecular formula: C6H6O / C6H5OH
• Classification: organic hydroxyl (-OH) group; 108-95-2 CAS#; 94.11 g/mol
• Colourless to white-pink crystals with sweet, medicinal odour
• Highly soluble in water and alcohol (phenol ability to form strong hydrogen bonds)

Alternative product identification: carbolic acid; phenic acid; phenylic acid; hydroxybenzene; phenol, fused; monohydroxybenzene; phenol, solid.

Precautions

For professional use only. CORROSIVE – Health Rating 3 (life threatening / severe) COMBUSTIBLE – flash-point at 79C (174F) – class B extinguisher (182C melting point) Contact Rating 4 (extreme / corrosive) Wear impermeable protective clothing including: (butyl or neoprene) gloves; coat, apron or coverall; appropriate footwear; safety googles and / or face shield. Phenol crystals rapidly absorb through skin causing severe burns to every area of contact. Repeated exposure may cause acute poisoning as well as skin and eye discolouration. Store securely in a cool, dry, dark, ventilated area ensuring container lid is tightly closed. Stable under normal conditions – keep away from sources of heat or ignition and separate from reactive or combustible materials. Dispose of waste safely.