CAS 643-58-3

2-Methylbiphenyl

Description:

2-Methylbiphenyl, also known as o-methylbiphenyl, is an organic compound characterized by its biphenyl structure with a methyl group attached to one of the phenyl rings. It has the chemical formula C13H12 and a molecular weight of approximately 168.24 g/mol. This compound is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and exhibits a characteristic aromatic odor. It is relatively insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. 2-Methylbiphenyl is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various chemicals and as a solvent in organic reactions. It has applications in the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and other organic compounds. The substance is stable under normal conditions but should be handled with care due to its potential health effects, including skin and eye irritation. Additionally, it is important to consider its environmental impact, as it may be harmful to aquatic life. Proper safety measures should be taken when working with this compound in laboratory or industrial settings.

Formula: C₁₃H₁₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C13H12/c1-11-7-5-6-10-13(11)12-8-3-2-4-9-12/h2-10H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=ALLIZEAXNXSFGD-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: CC1=C(C2=CC=CC=C2)C=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• 1,1′-Biphenyl, 2-methyl-
• 1-Methyl-2-phenylbenzene
• 2-Methylbiphenyl
• 2-Phenyltoluene
• Biphenyl, 2-methyl-
• NSC 5321
• o-Methylbiphenyl
• o-Methylphenyl benzene
• o-Phenyltoluene
• 2-Methyl-1,1′-biphenyl

2-Methylbiphenyl, 98%

CAS: 643-58-3

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Formula: C₁₃H₁₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Clear colorless to yellow, Liquid or viscous liquid

Molecular weight: 168.24

Ref: 02-L01312

2-Phenyltoluene

CAS: 643-58-3

2-Phenyltoluene

Formula: C₁₃H₁₂

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 168.23

Ref: 54-OR1010598

2-Methyl-1,1'-biphenyl

CAS: 643-58-3

Formula: C₁₃H₁₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 168.2344

Ref: IN-DA003HW0

2-methylbiphenyl

CAS: 643-58-3

Formula: C₁₃H₁₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 168.239

Ref: 10-F200782

2-Phenyltoluene

CAS: 643-58-3

2-Phenyltoluene

Formula: C₁₃H₁₂

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 168.23

Ref: IN-DG77196

2-Methylbiphenyl

CAS: 643-58-3

Formula: C₁₃H₁₂

Purity: >95.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: Colorless to Light yellow clear liquid

Molecular weight: 168.24

Ref: 3B-M1242