Metacresol BP/EP/USP

Metacresol (m-cresol or 3-methylphenol)
Formula: C₇H₈O (CAS 108-39-4)
Cas No : 108-39-4
Metacresol BP/EP/USP (m-cresol or 3-methylphenol) is a high-purity pharmaceutical-grade excipient. It is primarily used as an antimicrobial preservative and solubilizing agent in parenteral drugs (like insulin and vaccines) and topical creams.

Chemical Name: 3-Methylphenol

Therapeutic application : Preservative in injectables