CAS 2371-42-8: 2-Methylisoborneol
Description:2-Methylisoborneol (MIB) is a bicyclic organic compound known for its distinct earthy and musty odor, often associated with the taste and smell of contaminated water. It is classified as a terpenoid and is structurally related to borneol, featuring a methyl group at the 2-position of the isoborneol framework. MIB is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and is relatively insoluble in water, but soluble in organic solvents. It has a low vapor pressure, which contributes to its persistence in the environment. This compound is primarily produced by certain species of actinomycetes and cyanobacteria, making it a common contaminant in freshwater systems. Due to its strong odor, MIB can significantly affect the sensory quality of drinking water, leading to challenges in water treatment processes. Its detection typically requires sensitive analytical techniques, such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). MIB is also of interest in the fragrance industry and has applications in flavoring, although its strong odor can be a limiting factor.
Formula:C11H20O
InChI:InChI=1/C11H20O/c1-9(2)8-5-6-10(9,3)11(4,12)7-8/h8,12H,5-7H2,1-4H3/t8-,10-,11-/s2
InChI key:InChIKey=LFYXNXGVLGKVCJ-XOWDWEFONA-N
SMILES:OC1(C)CC2CCC1(C)C2(C)C
- Synonyms:
- (-)-2-Methyl-iso-Borneol
- (1R,2R,4R)-1,2,7,7-tetramethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol
- 1,2,7,7-Tetramethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Heptan-2-Ol
- 2-Norbornanol, 1,2,7,7-tetramethyl-
- 2-Norbornanol, 1,2,7,7-tetramethyl-, exo-
- 2-endo-Methyl-2-exo-bornanol
- Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,2,7,7-tetramethyl-, (1R,2R,4R)-rel-
- Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,2,7,7-tetramethyl-, exo-
- exo-1,2,7,7-Tetramethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol
- rel-(1R,2R,4R)-1,2,7,7-Tetramethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol
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