CAS 13395-66-9

3-Chloro-α-(4-methoxyphenyl)benzenemethanol

Description:

3-Chloro-α-(4-methoxyphenyl)benzenemethanol, identified by its CAS number 13395-66-9, is an organic compound characterized by its complex structure that includes a chlorinated aromatic ring and a methoxy-substituted phenyl group. This compound typically exhibits properties common to aromatic alcohols, such as moderate solubility in organic solvents and potential reactivity due to the presence of both the hydroxyl (-OH) and chloro (-Cl) functional groups. The methoxy group (-OCH3) enhances its lipophilicity, which may influence its biological activity and interaction with other molecules. The presence of the chlorine atom can also impart unique electronic properties, potentially affecting the compound's reactivity and stability. In terms of applications, compounds with similar structures are often explored in medicinal chemistry for their potential therapeutic effects, as well as in materials science for their utility in synthesizing more complex chemical entities. Safety and handling considerations are essential, as with many chlorinated compounds, due to potential toxicity and environmental impact.

Formula: C₁₄H₁₃ClO₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C14H13ClO2/c1-17-13-7-5-10(6-8-13)14(16)11-3-2-4-12(15)9-11/h2-9,14,16H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=LNBBNIDRDBLRME-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• Benzenemethanol, 3-chloro-α-(4-methoxyphenyl)-
• 3-Chloro-α-(4-methoxyphenyl)benzenemethanol
• (3-Chlorophenyl)(4-methoxyphenyl)methanol
• 3-Chloro-4′-methoxybenzhydrol
• Benzhydrol, 3-chloro-4′-methoxy-