CAS 18720-66-6
:6-Methyl-3-heptanol
Description:
6-Methyl-3-heptanol is an organic compound classified as an alcohol, specifically a secondary alcohol due to the presence of the hydroxyl (-OH) group attached to a carbon atom that is itself bonded to two other carbon atoms. Its molecular formula is C8H18O, indicating it contains eight carbon atoms, eighteen hydrogen atoms, and one oxygen atom. This compound features a branched structure, with a methyl group located at the sixth carbon and the hydroxyl group at the third carbon of the heptane chain. 6-Methyl-3-heptanol is typically a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor, and it is soluble in organic solvents while having limited solubility in water. It is used in various applications, including as a solvent and in the synthesis of other chemical compounds. The compound's physical properties, such as boiling point and density, can vary based on environmental conditions and purity. As with many alcohols, it may exhibit flammability and should be handled with appropriate safety precautions.
Formula:C8H18O
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H18O/c1-4-8(9)6-5-7(2)3/h7-9H,4-6H2,1-3H3
InChI key:InChIKey=MNBIBGDICHMQFN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(CCC(C)C)(CC)O
Synonyms:- 3-Heptanol, 6-methyl-
- 6-Methyl-3-heptanol
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