CAS 2415-96-5

2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropanemethanol

Description:

2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropanemethanol is an organic compound characterized by its unique cyclopropane structure, which is heavily substituted with methyl groups. This compound features a cyclopropane ring with four methyl groups attached to the carbon atoms, along with a hydroxymethyl group (-CH2OH) that contributes to its classification as an alcohol. The presence of multiple methyl groups imparts significant steric hindrance, influencing its reactivity and physical properties. Typically, such compounds exhibit low volatility and may have relatively high boiling points compared to similar, less-substituted hydrocarbons. The hydroxyl group makes it polar, enhancing its solubility in polar solvents while limiting its solubility in nonpolar environments. Additionally, 2,2,3,3-tetramethylcyclopropanemethanol may participate in hydrogen bonding due to the hydroxyl group, affecting its interactions in various chemical contexts. This compound is of interest in organic synthesis and may serve as a building block for more complex molecules in chemical research and industrial applications.

Formula: C₈H₁₆O

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H16O/c1-7(2)6(5-9)8(7,3)4/h6,9H,5H2,1-4H3

InChI key: InChIKey=JWMVEHPZNUNGIO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(O)C1C(C)(C)C1(C)C

Synonyms:

• Cyclopropanemethanol, 2,2,3,3-tetramethyl-
• 2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropanemethanol
• 2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropylmethanol

(2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropyl)methanol

CAS: 2415-96-5

2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropyl)methanol is a reagent that is used in the synthesis of insecticides and in the preparation of other organic compounds. It is prepared by reacting phosphorus with chlorinating agents such as thionyl chloride or phosphoryl chloride. This chemical can also be synthesized from halogenated alkanes by catalytic chlorination. 2,2,3,3-Tetramethylcyclopropyl)methanol has been employed as a Grignard reagent and Wittig reaction catalyst.

Formula: C₈H₁₆O

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 128.21 g/mol

Ref: 3D-CAA41596