CAS 1878-55-3

2-[3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenoxy]acetic acid

Description:

2-[3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenoxy]acetic acid, commonly known as a herbicide, is characterized by its structure, which features a phenoxy group attached to an acetic acid moiety. This compound typically exhibits properties such as being a white to off-white solid at room temperature, with moderate solubility in organic solvents and limited solubility in water. It functions primarily as a selective herbicide, targeting specific plant species while being less harmful to others, making it valuable in agricultural applications. The presence of the bulky tert-butyl group enhances its lipophilicity, which can influence its absorption and translocation in plants. Additionally, this compound may exhibit moderate to low toxicity to non-target organisms, necessitating careful handling and application. Its mode of action generally involves disrupting plant growth processes, leading to the eventual death of the targeted weeds. As with many chemical substances, safety data sheets should be consulted for detailed handling and exposure guidelines.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C12H16O3/c1-12(2,3)9-5-4-6-10(7-9)15-8-11(13)14/h4-7H,8H2,1-3H3,(H,13,14)

InChI key: InChIKey=TZCJVGQCSABBGD-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• (3-Tert-Butylphenoxy)Acetic Acid
• 2-(3-tert-Butylphenoxy)acetic acid
• 3-tert-Butylphenoxyacetic acid
• Acetic acid, (m-tert-butylphenoxy)-
• Acetic acid, 2-[3-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenoxy]-
• Acetic acid, [3-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenoxy]-
• [3-(2-Methyl-2-propanyl)phenoxy]acetic acid
• m-tert-Butylphenoxyacetic acid
• 2-[3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenoxy]acetic acid
• (3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenoxy)acetic acid

2-(3-Tert-butylphenoxy)acetic acid

CAS: 1878-55-3

2-(3-Tert-butylphenoxy)acetic acid

Purity: 97%

Molecular weight: 208.26g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1036168

2-(3-Tert-butylphenoxy)acetic acid

CAS: 1878-55-3

Purity: 97%

Molecular weight: 208.2570038

Ref: 10-F660357

2-(3-tert-Butylphenoxy)acetic acid

CAS: 1878-55-3

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 208.25 g/mol

Ref: 3D-BAA87855