CAS 589-18-4: 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol
Description:4-Methylbenzyl alcohol, also known as p-tolylmethanol, is an aromatic alcohol characterized by its structure, which features a benzene ring substituted with a methyl group and a hydroxymethyl group at the para position. Its molecular formula is C9H12O, and it has a molecular weight of approximately 136.19 g/mol. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pleasant aromatic odor. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether but has limited solubility in water. 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol is used in various applications, including as a solvent, in the synthesis of fragrances, and as an intermediate in organic synthesis. It exhibits moderate toxicity and should be handled with care, following appropriate safety guidelines. Additionally, it can undergo typical reactions of alcohols, such as oxidation to form corresponding aldehydes or ketones. Overall, 4-Methylbenzyl alcohol is a versatile compound with significant utility in both industrial and laboratory settings.
Formula:C8H10O
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H10O/c1-7-2-4-8(6-9)5-3-7/h2-5,9H,6H2,1H3
InChI key:InChIKey=KMTDMTZBNYGUNX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:OCC1=CC=C(C=C1)C
- Synonyms:
- (4-Methylphenyl)methanol
- (4-Tolyl)methanol
- 4-(Hydroxymethyl)toluene
- 4-Methylbenzenemethanol
- 4-Methylbenzyl Alcohol
- 4-Methylbenzylalkohol
- Alcohol 4-Metilbencilico
- Alcool 4-methylbenzylique
- Benzyl Alcohol, 4-Methyl-
- Benzyl alcohol, p-methyl-
- See more synonyms
- Nsc 3992
- p-Methylbenzyl alcohol
- p-Tolualcohol
- p-Toluic alcohol
- p-Toluyl alcohol
- p-Tolylcarbinol
- p-Tolylmethanol
- Benzenemethanol, 4-methyl-

4-Methylbenzyl alcohol, 99%
Ref: 02-A15315
25g | To inquire | ||
100g | 134.00 € | ||
500g | To inquire |

Ref: IN-DA003LRG
5g | 21.00 € | ||
25g | 25.00 € | ||
100g | 26.00 € | ||
500g | 68.00 € |

Ref: 54-OR350232
25g | 32.00 € | ||
100g | 36.00 € | ||
25kg | 2,541.00 € | ||
500g | 76.00 € | ||
2.5kg | 298.00 € |

P-Tolylmethanol
Ref: 10-F216000
5g | 7.00 € | ||
25g | 10.00 € | ||
100g | 16.00 € | ||
500g | 58.00 € |

4-Methylbenzyl alcohol, 98%
Ref: AC-15592
5g | 19.00 € | ||
25g | 47.00 € | ||
100g | To inquire |

4-Methylbenzyl Alcohol
Ref: 3B-M0162
25g | 27.00 € | ||
100g | 60.00 € | ||
500g | 172.00 € |

Ref: 4Z-M-4023
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4-Methylbenzyl alcohol
Ref: 3D-FM50065
2kg | 254.00 € |

4-Methylbenzyl Alcohol
Controlled ProductRef: TR-M801005
5g | 91.00 € | ||
10g | 111.00 € | ||
50g | 136.00 € |