CAS 25225-09-6

α,3,3-trimethylcyclohexanemethanol

Description:

α,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexanemethanol is an organic compound characterized by its complex structure, which includes a cyclohexane ring substituted with three methyl groups and a hydroxymethyl group. This compound is a type of alcohol, specifically a tertiary alcohol, due to the presence of the hydroxyl (-OH) group attached to a carbon that is bonded to three other carbon atoms. Its molecular structure contributes to its physical properties, such as being a colorless liquid at room temperature with a characteristic odor. The presence of multiple methyl groups enhances its hydrophobic characteristics, making it less soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents. α,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexanemethanol is often used in various applications, including as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes and as a potential intermediate in organic synthesis. Its chemical stability and reactivity can be influenced by the steric hindrance introduced by the bulky methyl groups, which can affect its interactions with other chemical species.

Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O

InChI: InChI=1/C10H20O/c1-8(11)9-5-4-6-10(2,3)7-9/h8-9,11H,4-7H2,1-3H3

InChI key: InChIKey=BVUYQSFBRKUJNK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C)(O)C1CC(C)(C)CCC1

Synonyms:

• 1-(3,3-Dimethylcyclohexyl)Ethanol
• 1-(3,3-Dimethylcyclohexyl)ethan-1-ol
• 3,3-Dimethylcyclohexyl methyl carbinol
• Cyclohexanemethanol, alpha,3,3-trimethyl-
• Cyclohexanemethanol, α,3,3-trimethyl-
• alpha,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexanemethanol
• α,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexylmethanol
• α,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexanemethanol
• Einecs 246-736-8