CAS 40180-96-9

2,5-Dimethoxy-α-methylbenzeneethanol

Description:

2,5-Dimethoxy-α-methylbenzeneethanol, also known by its CAS number 40180-96-9, is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure and the presence of methoxy groups. This compound features a benzene ring substituted with two methoxy (-OCH3) groups at the 2 and 5 positions, along with an α-methyl group and a hydroxyl (-OH) group, which contributes to its classification as an alcohol. The presence of these functional groups influences its chemical reactivity, solubility, and potential applications. Typically, compounds with methoxy groups exhibit increased lipophilicity, which can affect their biological activity and interaction with other substances. The hydroxyl group provides the ability to form hydrogen bonds, enhancing solubility in polar solvents. Additionally, the structural arrangement may impart specific stereochemical properties, influencing its behavior in various chemical reactions. Overall, 2,5-Dimethoxy-α-methylbenzeneethanol is of interest in organic synthesis and may have implications in medicinal chemistry, although specific applications would depend on further research and exploration of its properties.

Formula: C₁₁H₁₆O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C11H16O3/c1-8(12)6-9-7-10(13-2)4-5-11(9)14-3/h4-5,7-8,12H,6H2,1-3H3

InChI key: InChIKey=RPYWIZDAMGNPJB-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 1-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)-2-propanol
• 2,5-Dimethoxy-α-methylbenzeneethanol
• 2-(β-Hydroxypropyl)-1,4-dimethoxybenzene
• Benzeneethanol, 2,5-dimethoxy-α-methyl-
• NSC 108871
• Phenethyl alcohol, 2,5-dimethoxy-alpha-methyl-
• 1-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)propan-2-ol

1-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)propan-2-ol

Controlled Product

CAS: 40180-96-9

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Formula: C₁₁H₁₆O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 196.24 g/mol

Ref: 3D-QBA18096