CAS 702-23-8

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

Description:

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol, also known as p-methoxyphenethyl alcohol, is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure and alcohol functional group. It features a phenyl ring substituted with a methoxy group (-OCH3) at the para position relative to the hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to an ethyl chain. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pleasant odor, making it of interest in fragrance and flavor applications. It is moderately soluble in water due to the presence of the hydroxyl group, while also being soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and ether. The compound exhibits properties typical of alcohols, including the ability to participate in hydrogen bonding, which influences its boiling point and solubility. Additionally, 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol may exhibit biological activity, making it a subject of interest in medicinal chemistry and pharmacology. Its structural features contribute to its potential applications in various fields, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis.

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H12O2/c1-11-9-4-2-8(3-5-9)6-7-10/h2-5,10H,6-7H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=AUWDOZOUJWEPBA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CO)C1=CC=C(OC)C=C1

Synonyms:

• 1-Methoxy-4-(2-hydroxyethyl)benzene
• 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-ethanol
• 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol
• 2-(p-Anisyl)ethanol
• 2-(p-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol
• 4-Methoxybenzeneethanol
• 4-Methoxyphenethanol
• Benzeneethanol, 4-methoxy-
• NSC 408325
• Phenethyl alcohol, p-methoxy-
• p-(Methoxyphenyl)ethyl alcohol
• p-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol
• p-Methoxyphenylethanol

4-Methoxyphenethyl Alcohol

CAS: 702-23-8

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow powder to lump

Molecular weight: 152.19

Ref: 3B-M0889

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol, 98%

CAS: 702-23-8

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol is used as an internal standard in the fluorous biphasic catalysis reaction. It is used in the preparation of 4-(2-iodoethyl)phenol, by refluxing it with 47% hydriodic acid. It may be used in the preparation of (2R,4R)-1-n-butyl-2-methyl-4-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)-6-methoxy-

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: low melting solid or clear liquid, White/colourless to yellow

Molecular weight: 152.19

Ref: 02-L06158

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

CAS: 702-23-8

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 152.1904

Ref: IN-DA00343H

4-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol

CAS: 702-23-8

4-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Melts To Clear Liquid

Molecular weight: 152.19g/mol

Ref: 54-OR30550

Metoprolol Impurity 14

CAS: 702-23-8

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Molecular weight: 152.19

Ref: 4Z-M-0842

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

CAS: 702-23-8

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 152.193

Ref: 10-F209105

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

CAS: 702-23-8

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol is a chemical compound that can be synthesized in an efficient method. It is a by-product of the reaction of fatty acids with hydroxyl compounds and has been shown to have synergistic effects when combined with chloride. 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol is used as a synthetic intermediate for the production of methyl anthranilate, which is an important industrial chemical that is used as a flavor and fragrance additive. 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol also has eugenol as one of its cleavage products, which can be found in plants such as clove oil, cinnamon bark, and nutmeg.

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Purity: Min. 98%

Color and Shape: White Powder

Molecular weight: 152.19 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM25329

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

Controlled Product

CAS: 702-23-8

Applications It has a flavor and aroma of fresh citrus juice and may be used for perfumes, foods, and cosmetics.
References van Dort, H.M.; et al.: J. Agric. Food Chem., 41, 2063 (1993),

Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 152.19

Ref: TR-M266135