CAS 1352318-17-2

3-Chloro-4′-methoxy-4-methyl-1,1′-biphenyl

Description:

3-Chloro-4′-methoxy-4-methyl-1,1′-biphenyl is an organic compound characterized by its biphenyl structure, which consists of two phenyl rings connected by a single bond. The presence of a chlorine atom at the 3-position and a methoxy group (–OCH3) at the 4′-position, along with a methyl group (–CH3) at the 4-position of one of the phenyl rings, contributes to its unique chemical properties. This compound is likely to exhibit moderate lipophilicity due to the hydrophobic nature of the biphenyl framework and the substituents. It may participate in various chemical reactions typical of aromatic compounds, such as electrophilic substitution. The presence of the chlorine atom can also influence its reactivity and stability, potentially making it a candidate for further chemical transformations. Additionally, the methoxy group can serve as a directing group in electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions. Overall, this compound's structural features suggest potential applications in fields such as materials science, pharmaceuticals, or agrochemicals, although specific applications would depend on further research and characterization.

Formula: C₁₄H₁₃ClO

InChI: InChI=1S/C14H13ClO/c1-10-3-4-12(9-14(10)15)11-5-7-13(16-2)8-6-11/h3-9H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=TVMCRMXGSKSRJZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: ClC=1C=C(C2=CC=C(OC)C=C2)C=CC1C

Synonyms:

• 1,1′-Biphenyl, 3-chloro-4′-methoxy-4-methyl-
• 3-Chloro-4′-methoxy-4-methyl-1,1′-biphenyl
• 3-Chloro-4′-methoxy-4-methylbiphenyl
• 2-Chloro-4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-1-methylbenzene
• 2-Chloro-4-(4-methoxyphenyl)toluene