CAS 13513-82-1

2-Methoxy-α-methylbenzenemethanol

Description:

2-Methoxy-α-methylbenzenemethanol, also known as p-methoxy-α-methylbenzyl alcohol, is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure and the presence of both methoxy and hydroxyl functional groups. It features a methoxy group (-OCH3) attached to a benzene ring, which is further substituted with an α-methyl group, contributing to its unique properties. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pleasant odor. It is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits moderate solubility in water due to the presence of the hydroxyl group. The compound is often used in organic synthesis and may serve as an intermediate in the production of various pharmaceuticals and fragrances. Its chemical behavior is influenced by the electron-donating nature of the methoxy group, which can affect reactivity in electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions. Safety data should be consulted for handling and exposure guidelines, as with any chemical substance.

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H12O2/c1-7(10)8-5-3-4-6-9(8)11-2/h3-7,10H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=DHHGVIOVURMJEA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O(C)C1=C(C(C)O)C=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• (1R)-1-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethanol
• (1S)-1-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethanol
• (±)-1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol
• (±)-2-Methoxy-α-methylbenzyl alcohol
• 1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethan-1-ol
• 1-(o-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol
• 2-Methoxy-alpha-methylbenzyl alcohol
• 2-Methoxy-α-methylbenzenemethanol
• Benzenemethanol, 2-methoxy-α-methyl-
• Benzyl alcohol, o-methoxy-α-methyl-
• o-Methoxy-α-methylbenzyl alcohol
• α-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

CAS: 13513-82-1

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 152.1904

Ref: IN-DA003CV4

2-Methoxy-α-methylbenzyl alcohol

CAS: 13513-82-1

2-Methoxy-α-methylbenzyl alcohol

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 152.19g/mol

Ref: 54-OR46207

1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

CAS: 13513-82-1

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 152.193

Ref: 10-F018798

1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

CAS: 13513-82-1

1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol is a chiral molecule that has been investigated as a supercritical fluid. It has kinetic and thermodynamic properties that may be useful as a chiral ligand for the transfer of hydrogen from one reaction to another. This compound is also chemically related to amides, which are typically used in catalysis for the hydrolysis of esters, and lipases, which catalyze the hydrolysis of triglycerides. 1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol is an effective dehydrating agent when heated in the presence of water. In this way, it can be used to convert carboxylic acids into alcohols.

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 152.19 g/mol

Ref: 3D-NAA51382