CAS 120-44-5

1,2-Bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanone

Description:

1,2-Bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanone, also known as benzoin methyl ether, is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which features two 4-methoxyphenyl groups attached to a central ethanone moiety. This compound is typically a white to pale yellow crystalline solid with a moderate melting point. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, acetone, and chloroform, but has limited solubility in water. The presence of methoxy groups enhances its electron-donating properties, making it a useful intermediate in organic synthesis and a potential candidate for applications in pharmaceuticals and materials science. Additionally, it exhibits photochemical properties, which can be exploited in photoinitiators for polymerization processes. The compound's stability and reactivity can vary depending on the conditions, such as temperature and the presence of light, making it important to handle it under controlled conditions. Overall, 1,2-Bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanone is a versatile compound with significant relevance in various chemical applications.

Formula: C₁₆H₁₆O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C16H16O3/c1-18-14-7-3-12(4-8-14)11-16(17)13-5-9-15(19-2)10-6-13/h3-10H,11H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=SICBLYCPRWNHHP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CC1=CC=C(OC)C=C1)(=O)C2=CC=C(OC)C=C2

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Bis(4-Methoxyphenyl)Ethanone
• 1,2-Bis(p-methoxyphenyl)ethanone
• 1,2-Di-p-anisylethanone
• 4,4-Dimethoxydeoxybenzoin
• 4-Methoxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetophenone
• 4-Methoxybenzyl 4-Methoxyphenyl Ketone
• 4′-Methoxy-2-(p-methoxyphenyl)acetophenone
• Acetophenone, 4′-methoxy-2-(p-methoxyphenyl)-
• Deoxy-p-anisoin
• Deoxyanisoin
• Desoxy-p-anisoin
• Desoxyanisoin~4-Methoxybenzyl 4-methoxyphenyl ketone
• Ethanone, 1,2-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)-
• NSC 26660
• NSC 8793
• p-Methoxybenzyl p-methoxyphenyl ketone

Ethanone, 1,2-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)-

CAS: 120-44-5

Formula: C₁₆H₁₆O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 256.2964

Ref: IN-DA000Q0Y

1,2-Bis(4-Methoxyphenyl)Ethanone

CAS: 120-44-5

1,2-Bis(4-Methoxyphenyl)Ethanone

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 256.30g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1009092

Desoxyanisoin

CAS: 120-44-5

Desoxyanisoin is a useful organic compound for research related to life sciences. The catalog number is T126229 and the CAS number is 120-44-5.

Formula: C₁₆H₁₆O₃

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 256.301

Ref: TM-T126229

4-Methoxybenzyl-4-methoxyphenyl ketone

CAS: 120-44-5

4-Methoxybenzyl-4-methoxyphenyl ketone is a chemical that has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. It has been shown to inhibit the inflammatory response in mouse models of colitis and bowel disease. This compound also inhibits the growth of cancer cells, as well as receptor activity. 4-Methoxybenzyl-4-methoxyphenyl ketone has a hydroxyl group on the aromatic ring and is able to form an H bond with a hydrogen or hydroxide ion. The molecule's structure also includes an aromatic ring with a carbonyl group, which can be oxidized by nitric oxide to form nitro groups on the aromatic ring. 4-Methoxybenzyl-4-methoxyphenol ketone also binds to estrogen receptors, acting as an estrogen receptor modulator (ERM).

Formula: C₁₆H₁₆O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 256.3 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM70705

1,2-BIS(4-METHOXYPHENYL)ETHANONE

CAS: 120-44-5

Formula: C₁₆H₁₆O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 256.301

Ref: 10-F466782

1,2-Bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanone

Controlled Product

CAS: 120-44-5

Applications 1,2-Bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanone is an intermediate used to synthesize aryl substituted imidazole with estrogen receptor binding abilities and furans as antagonists with selectivity for the estrogen receptor alpha.
References Wiglenda, T., et al.: J. Med. Chem., 50, 1475 (2007); Mortensen, D., et al.: Bioorg. Med. Chem. Lett., 11, 2521 (2001)

Formula: C₁₆H₁₆O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 256.3

Ref: TR-B489800