Creosol is a colorless, oily organic compound that is a phenolic derivative. It is a methyl ether of phenol and is commonly found in coal tar and wood tar. Creosol has antiseptic and disinfectant properties and is used in various industrial applications, including the preservation of wood and as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of other compounds. In its natural form, it is often associated with a strong, medicinal odor.
