2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol

CAS: 17849-38-6

Ref. 3D-FC46928

Product Information

• Name: 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol
• Synonyms: o-Chlorobenzyl alcohol (2-Chlorophenyl)methanol, (2-Chlorophenyl)methanol, 2-Chloro-Benzenemethanol, 2-Chlorobenzenemethanol, Benzenemethanol, 2-chloro-, Benzyl alcohol, o-chloro-, o-Chlorobenzenemethanol, o-Chlorobenzyl alcohol

Description

2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol is a chemical compound that is used to synthesize other compounds. It is produced by the reaction of ethyl formate and hydrogen chloride in a reaction vessel. It reacts with benzoates to produce 2-chlorobenzoates, which are used as intermediates in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals. Hydroxyl groups can react with hydrogen fluoride to produce hydrofluoric acid, which is used as an industrial solvent. 2-Chlorobenzyl alcohol also reacts with hydroxide ions to produce ethylene glycol, which is used in making polyester fibers and plastics. This chemical compound has structural studies that show it has a proton and two hydroxyl groups that can react with hydrogen bond. Hydrogen bonds are important for the stability of DNA structures. The molecular structures of velvetleaf plants contain 2-chlorobenzyl alcohol, which may be due to its role in transferring oxygen from leaves to roots for respiration during

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 142.58 g/mol
• Formula: C₇H₇ClO
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder