CAS 13290-18-1

2-[(2-Methylphenyl)thio]ethanol

Description:

2-[(2-Methylphenyl)thio]ethanol, with the CAS number 13290-18-1, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a thiol ether functional group and an alcohol group. It features a two-carbon ethyl chain bonded to a sulfur atom, which is further connected to a 2-methylphenyl group. This structure imparts both hydrophilic and lipophilic properties, making it soluble in various organic solvents while having some degree of solubility in water. The compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. It may exhibit moderate toxicity and should be handled with care in laboratory settings. Its applications can include use as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Additionally, the presence of the thiol group may contribute to its reactivity in nucleophilic substitution reactions. As with many organic compounds, proper safety measures should be observed when working with this substance to mitigate any potential health risks.

Formula: C₉H₁₂OS

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H12OS/c1-8-4-2-3-5-9(8)11-7-6-10/h2-5,10H,6-7H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=XKFXYEGHYIEBPG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: S(CCO)C1=C(C)C=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• 2-[(2-Methylphenyl)thio]ethanol
• Ethanol, 2-(o-tolylthio)-
• 2-[(2-Methylphenyl)sulfanyl]ethan-1-ol
• 2-o-Tolylsulfanyl-ethanol
• Ethanol, 2-[(2-methylphenyl)thio]-