CAS 3260-85-3

4-Chloro-1-methoxy-2-methylbenzene

Description:

4-Chloro-1-methoxy-2-methylbenzene, also known as p-chloro-o-cresol, is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of a chlorine atom and a methoxy group attached to a methyl-substituted benzene ring. Its molecular formula is C9H10ClO, indicating it contains nine carbon atoms, ten hydrogen atoms, one chlorine atom, and one oxygen atom. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. It is moderately soluble in organic solvents and exhibits low solubility in water. The presence of the chlorine atom contributes to its reactivity, making it useful in various chemical syntheses and applications, including as an intermediate in the production of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, the methoxy group can influence its electronic properties, affecting its reactivity and interaction with other chemical species. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks, including skin and respiratory irritation.

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9ClO/c1-6-5-7(9)3-4-8(6)10-2/h3-5H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=VDYDAUQHTVCCBX-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O(C)C1=C(C)C=C(Cl)C=C1

Synonyms:

• 2-Methyl-4-chloroanisole
• 2-Methyl-4-chlorophenyl methyl ether
• 4-Chloro-1-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzene
• 4-Chloro-2-methyl anisole
• 5-Chloro-2-methoxytoluene
• Anisole, 4-chloro-2-methyl-
• Benzene, 4-chloro-1-methoxy-2-methyl-
• Nsc 300882
• 4-Chloro-2-methylanisole

5-Chloro-2-methoxytoluene

CAS: 3260-85-3

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: >97.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White or Colorless to Almost white or Almost colorless powder to lump to clear liquid

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: 3B-C1724

4-Chloro-1-methoxy-2-methylbenzene

CAS: 3260-85-3

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 156.6095

Ref: IN-DA003L3S

4-Chloro-2-methylanisole, min. 98%

CAS: 3260-85-3

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: min. 98%

Color and Shape: White solid/colorless to very pale-yellow liquid dependent on temperature

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: 08-06-0084

4-Chloro-2-methylanisole

CAS: 3260-85-3

4-Chloro-2-methylanisole

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 156.61g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1079

5-Chloro-2-methoxytoluene

CAS: 3260-85-3

Formula: C₈H₉ClO

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 156.61

Ref: 10-F018391