CAS 750633-51-3

(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)(2-methoxyphenyl)methanone

Description:

(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)(2-methoxyphenyl)methanone, with the CAS number 750633-51-3, is an organic compound characterized by its ketone functional group, specifically a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to a methanone structure. This compound features two aromatic rings: one substituted with two methyl groups at the 2 and 5 positions, and the other with a methoxy group at the 2 position. The presence of these substituents influences its physical and chemical properties, such as solubility, boiling point, and reactivity. Typically, compounds of this nature exhibit moderate to high stability under standard conditions, but they may undergo reactions typical of ketones, including nucleophilic addition and oxidation. The methoxy group can also participate in various chemical reactions, potentially affecting the compound's reactivity and interactions with other substances. Overall, this compound may find applications in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, or as an intermediate in the production of more complex molecules.

Formula: C₁₆H₁₆O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C16H16O2/c1-11-8-9-12(2)14(10-11)16(17)13-6-4-5-7-15(13)18-3/h4-10H,1-3H3

InChI key: InChIKey=IUDFYOZDVPQILA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(=O)(C1=C(OC)C=CC=C1)C2=C(C)C=CC(C)=C2

Synonyms:

• Methanone, (2,5-dimethylphenyl)(2-methoxyphenyl)-
• (2,5-Dimethylphenyl)(2-methoxyphenyl)methanone