CAS 445-26-1

2-Fluoro-α-methylbenzenemethanol

Description:

2-Fluoro-α-methylbenzenemethanol, also known by its CAS number 445-26-1, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a fluorine atom and a hydroxymethyl group attached to a benzene ring. This compound features a methyl group adjacent to the hydroxymethyl group, which influences its chemical reactivity and physical properties. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. The presence of the fluorine atom can enhance the compound's polarity and affect its solubility in various solvents. In terms of reactivity, 2-Fluoro-α-methylbenzenemethanol may participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the fluorine atom. Additionally, it can undergo typical alcohol reactions, such as oxidation to form corresponding carbonyl compounds. Safety data should be consulted for handling, as with many organic compounds, it may pose health risks if ingested or inhaled. Overall, this compound is of interest in organic synthesis and may have applications in pharmaceuticals or agrochemicals.

Formula: C₈H₉FO

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9FO/c1-6(10)7-4-2-3-5-8(7)9/h2-6,10H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=SXFYVXSOEBCFLV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• (±)-1-(o-Fluorophenyl)ethanol
• 1-(2-Fluorophenyl)-1-ethanol
• 1-(2-Fluorophenyl)-ethanol
• 2-Fluoro-2-Phenylethanol
• 2-Fluoro-α-methylbenzenemethanol
• Benzenemethanol, 2-fluoro-α-methyl-
• Benzyl alcohol, o-fluoro-α-methyl-

1-(2-Fluorophenyl)ethanol, 95%

CAS: 445-26-1

It is an important raw material in organic synthesis, agricultural fields and in dyestuffs. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product

Formula: C₈H₉FO

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid, Clear colorless to yellow or orange

Molecular weight: 140.16

Ref: 02-H31900

1-(2-fluorophenyl)ethanol

CAS: 445-26-1

Formula: C₈H₉FO

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 140.1549

Ref: IN-DA003CUD

2-Fluoro-α-methylbenzyl alcohol

CAS: 445-26-1

2-Fluoro-α-methylbenzyl alcohol

Formula: C₈H₉FO

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: colourless liquid

Molecular weight: 140.15g/mol

Ref: 54-PC4171

2-Fluorophenyl methyl carbinol

CAS: 445-26-1

Formula: C₈H₉FO

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Liquid, Clear

Molecular weight: 140.157

Ref: 10-F006337