CAS 4170-90-5

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol

Description:

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol, with the CAS number 4170-90-5, is an aromatic alcohol characterized by its structure, which features a benzene ring substituted with three methyl groups at the 2, 4, and 6 positions, and a hydroxymethyl group (–CH2OH) attached to the benzene ring. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pleasant aromatic odor. It is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol is known for its applications in the synthesis of various chemical intermediates, fragrances, and as a potential additive in formulations. Its chemical properties include moderate volatility and stability under standard conditions, although it may undergo oxidation or other reactions under specific circumstances. Safety data indicates that it should be handled with care, as it may cause irritation upon contact with skin or eyes. Overall, this compound is of interest in both industrial and research settings due to its unique structural features and functional properties.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O

InChI: InChI=1/C10H14O/c1-7-4-8(2)10(6-11)9(3)5-7/h4-5,11H,6H2,1-3H3

InChI key: InChIKey=LODDFDHPSIYCTK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol
• Mesitylcarbinol
• 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzenemethanol
• Benzenemethanol, 2,4,6-trimethyl-
• Benzyl alcohol, 2,4,6-trimethyl-
• (2,4,6-Trimethyl-phenyl)-methanol
• 2,4,6-TRIMETHYLBENZYL ALCOHOL, 98+%
• 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzylalkohol
• 1-(HYDROXYMETHYL)-2,4,6-TRIMETHYLBENZENE
• MESITYL ALCOHOL
• Benzylalcohol,2,4,6-trimethyl-
• 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol, GC 98%
• 2,4,6-trimethyl-benzylalcoho
• 2,4,6-trimethylbenzylicalcohol
• 6-(Hydroxymethyl)-mesitylene
• MESITYLMETHANOL
• 2-(Hydroxymethyl)mesitylene
• RARECHEM AL BD 0049

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol, 98+%

CAS: 4170-90-5

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Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O

Purity: 98+%

Color and Shape: White to pale cream, Crystals or powder or crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 150.22

Ref: 02-L01952

Mesitylmethanol

CAS: 4170-90-5

Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 150.2176

Ref: IN-DA003FNQ

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol

CAS: 4170-90-5

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 150.22g/mol

Ref: 54-OR911974

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl Alcohol

CAS: 4170-90-5

Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 150.22

Ref: 3B-T1905

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol

CAS: 4170-90-5

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol is an efficient method for the production of 2,4-dimethoxybenzaldehyde and 2,6-dimethoxybenzaldehyde. It can be used with ferrite as a dehydrogenative catalyst to produce hydroxymethyl groups in the presence of acid catalysts. The oxidation products of 2,4,6-trimethylbenzyl alcohol are polymers that have been shown to stabilize aldehydes and primary alcohols. This compound also has been shown to desymmetrize aromatic hydrocarbons and is capable of catalysis.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 150.22 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FT34610

(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)methanol

CAS: 4170-90-5

Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 150.221

Ref: 10-F355086