CAS 54874-26-9

3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzenemethanol

Description:

3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzenemethanol, also known as 3-hydroxy-o-cresol, is an organic compound characterized by a hydroxyl group and a methyl group attached to a benzene ring, along with a methanol functional group. Its molecular structure features a phenolic hydroxyl group, which contributes to its reactivity and potential applications in various chemical processes. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and form. It exhibits moderate solubility in water and is more soluble in organic solvents, reflecting its amphiphilic nature. The presence of the hydroxyl group allows for hydrogen bonding, influencing its physical properties such as boiling and melting points. 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzenemethanol may be utilized in the synthesis of other chemical compounds, as well as in research applications related to phenolic compounds. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with any chemical substance, to ensure proper precautions are taken.

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H10O2/c1-6-7(5-9)3-2-4-8(6)10/h2-4,9-10H,5H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=QWFILMGCTBJAQQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• Benzenemethanol, 3-hydroxy-2-methyl-
• 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzenemethanol
• 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzyl alcohol
• 3-Hydroxymethyl-2-methylphenol

3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylphenol

CAS: 54874-26-9

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 138.1638

Ref: IN-DA00DKTA

3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylphenol

CAS: 54874-26-9

3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylphenol

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 138.16g/mol

Ref: 54-OR93077

3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzyl alcohol

CAS: 54874-26-9

3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzyl alcohol is a solvent with a high molecular weight. It is insoluble in water and has good solvency power for organic solvents. 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzyl alcohol has anisotropy, which means it can rotate the plane of polarization of light passing through it. 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzyl alcohol is used as a reagent to measure the degree of birefringence, which is the property of crystalline materials that causes light passing through them to split into two rays with different polarizations. This property can be used to identify the type and size of chains in crystals. 3HMBAA has been shown to be soluble in organic solvents, but not in water or other nonpolar solvents. The theory behind this is that molecules are generally more soluble in liquids similar to themselves than they are in liquids that are dissimilar from themselves. Hel

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Off-White Powder

Molecular weight: 138.16 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FH70204

3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylphenol

CAS: 54874-26-9

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 138.1660004

Ref: 10-F620672