2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

CAS: 5020-41-7

Ref. 3D-FM25328

Product Information

• Name: 2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol
• Synonyms: 3-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol3-Methoxybenzeneethanol, 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3-methoxybenzene, 2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-1-ethanol, 2-(m-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol, 3-(3-Methoxyphenyl)Propan-1-Ol, 3-Methoxybenzeneethanol, 3-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol, Benzeneethanol, 3-methoxy-, NSC 55877, Phenethyl alcohol, m-methoxy-, m-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol
• CAS: 5020-41-7

Description

2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol is a vitamin that is an intermediate in the synthesis of 2-hydroxyphenylacetic acid. It has been shown to regulate tyrosinase activity and melanin production, which helps prevent hyperpigmentation. This compound can be found in the plant genus Rhodiola and is also produced by yeast cells grown on tyrosine. 2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol acts as a competitive inhibitor of tyrosinase, the rate-limiting enzyme in the synthesis of melanin, and inhibits melanogenesis in cultured mouse skin cells. In addition, 2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol can be used for the treatment of vitiligo.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 152.19 g/mol
• Formula: C₉H₁₂O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%