4-Isopropylbenzyl Alcohol

CAS: 536-60-7

Ref. 3D-AAA53660

Product Information

• Name: 4-Isopropylbenzyl Alcohol
• Synonyms: (4-Isopropylphenyl)methanol, 2-Phenylpropan-2-Ol, 4-(1-Methylethyl)benzenemethanol, 4-Isopropylbenzenemethanol, 4-Isopropylbenzylalkohol, Alcohol 4-Isopropilbencilico, Alcool 4-isopropylbenzylique, Benzenemethanol, 4-(1-methylethyl)-, Benzyl Alcohol, 4-Isopropyl-, Cumic alcohol, Cumin alcohol, Cuminic alcohol, Cuminol, Cuminyl Alcohol, Cumyl alcohol, Nsc 15672, [4-(1-Methylethyl)Phenyl]Methanol, [4-(Propan-2-yl)phenyl]methanol, p-Cumic alcohol, p-Cymen-7-ol, p-Isopropylbenzyl alcohol
• CAS: 536-60-7

Description

4-Isopropylbenzyl Alcohol is a hydroxyl compound that is an intermediate in the synthesis of glycol ethers. It has been shown to inhibit the growth of some microbes, such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), and also to have anti-inflammatory properties. 4-Isopropylbenzyl Alcohol has been used as an additive in skin creams, where it acts as an antimicrobial agent. It has also been found to be effective against infectious diseases caused by virus and bacteria, including HIV, herpes simplex virus, and influenza virus. 4-Isopropylbenzyl Alcohol is not active against fungi or protozoa.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 150.22 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O
• Purity: Min. 95%