3,5-Dimethylphenol

CAS: 108-68-9

Ref. 3D-FD00270

Product Information

• Name: 3,5-Dimethylphenol
• Synonyms: 3,5-Xylenol, 1,3,5-Xylenol, 1-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzene, 3,5-Dimethyl Phenol, 3,5-Xilenol, MX, Nsc 9268, Phenol, 3,5-dimethyl-, Xylenol
• CAS: 108-68-9

Description

3,5-Dimethylphenol is an organic compound with a hydroxyl group. It is a colorless liquid that has low toxicity and is soluble in water. The reaction of 3,5-dimethylphenol with hydrogen peroxide produces an intermediate called dipropyl ether, which can be used as a solvent. 3,5-Dimethylphenol is often used for the oxidation of alcohols to their corresponding ketones or aldehydes. This process can be catalysed by copper chloride, borane-tetrahydrofuran complex, or hydrochloric acid. 3,5-Dimethylphenol also reacts with uv light to produce free radicals that initiate the oxidation of other substances such as organic solutions.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 122.16 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₁₀O
• Purity: Min. 98 Area-%
• Color/Form: White To Yellow Solid