CAS 7768-28-7

2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol

Description:

2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol, also known as catechol ethyl ether, is an organic compound characterized by a phenolic structure with a hydroxyethyl substituent. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid and is soluble in water and organic solvents, which enhances its utility in various applications. The compound exhibits properties typical of phenols, including the ability to form hydrogen bonds due to the presence of the hydroxyl group, which contributes to its reactivity and potential as an antioxidant. It is often used in the synthesis of polymers, resins, and as an intermediate in organic synthesis. Additionally, 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol can participate in various chemical reactions, such as etherification and esterification, making it valuable in the production of specialty chemicals. Safety considerations include handling it with care, as it may cause irritation to the skin and eyes. Overall, its unique structure and properties make it a versatile compound in both industrial and research settings.

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H10O2/c9-6-5-7-3-1-2-4-8(7)10/h1-4,9-10H,5-6H2

InChI key: InChIKey=ABFCOJLLBHXNOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Tyrosol
• 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)Phenol
• 2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol
• 2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethyl alcohol
• 2-(o-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol
• 2-Hydroxybenzeneethanol
• 2-Hydroxyphenylethanol
• 6-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol
• Benzeneethanol, 2-hydroxy-
• Nsc 101845
• Phenethyl alcohol, o-hydroxy-
• o-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol
• o-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol
• β-(o-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanol

2-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol

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Ref: 7W-GK3516

2-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol

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2-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Liquid-Viscous

Molecular weight: 138.1638

Ref: 54-OR939175

2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol

CAS: 7768-28-7

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: Colorless to Light yellow clear liquid

Molecular weight: 138.17

Ref: 3B-H1798

2-Hydroxybenzeneethanol

Controlled Product

CAS: 7768-28-7

Applications 2-Hydroxybenzeneethanol can be used to synthesize cyclic products and organoaluminim oligomers. Inelastic electron tunnelling spectra of 2-hydroxyphenethyl alcohol adsorbed on thin-film aluminium and magnesium oxide has been investigated.
References Ziemkowska, W., et al.: Main Group Met. Chem., 21, 105, (1998); Brown, N., et al., Spectrochim. Acta A, 48, 939 (1992)

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 138.16

Ref: TR-H828985

2-Hydroxyphenethylalcohol

CAS: 7768-28-7

2-Hydroxyphenethylalcohol is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C8H10O2. It has a hydroxyl group on its phenyl ring and one hydroxy group on the alcohol side chain. 2-Hydroxyphenethylalcohol is used as a reaction solution for chemical ionization in mass spectrometry to identify unknown compounds by their molecular weight or other properties. The compound is also used in magnetic resonance spectroscopy as a model system to study the reactions of organic molecules with water and acids.

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

Purity: Min. 97 Area-%

Color and Shape: Colorless Clear Liquid

Molecular weight: 138.16 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FH147089

2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol

CAS: 7768-28-7

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 138.166

Ref: 10-F215704

2-Hydroxyphenethyl alcohol

CAS: 7768-28-7

2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenol

Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

Purity: 97%

Molecular weight: 138.16

Ref: IN-DG34925