Alkylphenol
Alkylphenol (pronounced: al-kil-fee-nol) is a family of organic compounds obtained by the alkylation of phenols. The term is often used to refer to a group of chemicals that are produced by the alkylation of phenols with alkenes.
Etymology
The term "Alkylphenol" is derived from the words "alkyl", which is a type of hydrocarbon, and "phenol", which is a type of aromatic organic compound.
Chemical Structure
Alkylphenols are characterized by a phenolic ring, which is a six-carbon aromatic ring with one hydroxyl group (-OH), and an alkyl chain, which is a carbon chain that can vary in length. The alkyl chain can be either branched or linear.
Types of Alkylphenols
There are several types of alkylphenols, including but not limited to:
- Nonylphenol: This is a type of alkylphenol that is used in the manufacture of detergents and other cleaning products. It is also used as a plasticizer in plastics and as an antioxidant in rubber and plastics.
- Octylphenol: This is another type of alkylphenol that is used in the manufacture of detergents, as well as in the production of epoxy resins and other polymers.
- Bisphenol A: This is a type of alkylphenol that is used in the manufacture of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. It is also used in the production of thermal paper.
Health and Environmental Concerns
Alkylphenols are known to be endocrine disruptors, which means they can interfere with the body's endocrine system and produce adverse developmental, reproductive, neurological, and immune effects. They are also persistent in the environment and can bioaccumulate in wildlife and humans.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alkylphenol
- Wikipedia's article - Alkylphenol
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