Thymolphthalein
Agent Name
Thymolphthalein
CAS Number
125-20-2
Formula
C28-H30-O4
Major Category
Dyes
Synonyms
Phenolphthalein, 5',5''-diisopropyl-2',2''-dimethyl-; Thymophthalein; 1(3H)-Isobenzofuranone, 3,3-bis(4-hydroxy-2-methyl-5-(1-methylethyl)phenyl)-; 3,3-Bis(4-hydroxy-5-isopropyl-o-tolyl)phthalide; Phenolphthalein, 5',5''-diisopropyl-2',2''-dimethyl- (8CI); [ChemIDplus]
Category
Indicator Dyes
Description
White solid; Available as pure compound, soluble monosodium salt, and solution; [CHEMINFO]
Sources/Uses
A phthalein dye used as a pH indicator and chemical reagent; [CHEMINFO] Used as a pH indicator for the pH range of 9.3-10.5; [Ullmann]
Comments
The dust may cause irritation; [CHEMINFO]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
mp = 484-487 deg F; VP = probably near zero; [CHEMINFO]
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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