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CAS 1427385-06-5

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(5-bromo-2-ethylphenyl)methanol

Description:
(5-Bromo-2-ethylphenyl)methanol is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a bromine atom and an ethyl group attached to a phenyl ring, along with a hydroxymethyl group (-CH2OH) that contributes to its classification as an alcohol. The bromine substituent typically enhances the compound's reactivity, making it useful in various chemical reactions, such as nucleophilic substitutions. The ethyl group adds to the hydrophobic character of the molecule, influencing its solubility and interaction with other substances. As a phenolic compound, (5-bromo-2-ethylphenyl)methanol may exhibit properties such as antioxidant activity and potential applications in pharmaceuticals or agrochemicals. The presence of the hydroxymethyl group allows for hydrogen bonding, which can affect its boiling and melting points, as well as its solubility in polar solvents. Overall, this compound's unique structure imparts specific chemical properties that can be exploited in synthetic organic chemistry and material science.
Formula:C9H11BrO
Synonyms:
  • Benzenemethanol, 5-bromo-2-ethyl-
  • 5-bromo-2-ethylbenzyl alcohol
  • (5-bromo-2-ethylphenyl)methanol
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