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4-Methylcyclohexanemethanol (4MCHM) is a glycol ether that has been found to be an active compound for the treatment of tuberculosis. It is activated by light, which causes it to emit light and break down into formaldehyde. In vitro assays have shown that 4MCHM inhibits bacterial growth and enzyme activities. The hydrogenated form of 4MCHM has a similar effect in vitro but does not break down into formaldehyde, meaning it can be used as a safer alternative for the treatment of tuberculosis. 4-Methylcyclohexanemethanol has also been shown to have significant interactions with the enzymes CYP2E1, CYP3A4, CYP2C9, and CYP2D6 in vitro and in vivo. The toxicological profile of 4-methylcyclohexanemethanol has been investigated using in vitro assays on bacterial strains and solid phase microextraction experiments on cell

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1-Naphthaleneacethydrazide is a hydrazone compound that can be synthesized by reacting 1-naphthol with ethylhydrazine. It has been shown to be a very powerful and selective oxidant, with a high conversion yield. The compound is used in the synthesis of transition metal complexes, including octahedral, square planar and tetrahedral complexes. Transition metals such as chromium, nickel and iron are used in the catalytic production of polymers. Hydrazides can be used as reducing agents or as precursors for other compounds. The hydrazones are also used in the preparation of magnetic materials.
1-Naphthaleneacethydrazide has been shown to have a strong affinity for elemental nitrogen and has been proposed as an oxidizing agent for nitrogen gas (N2) reduction.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

2-(2-Bromophenoxy)ethanol is a primary alcohol that can be used as a probe in enzymatic reactions, such as the ring-opening of pyridinium salts. It reacts with nucleophilic compounds to form lactams, which are macrocyclic molecules. 2-(2-Bromophenoxy)ethanol can also be used to synthesize epoxides and alcohols.

Pentamethylphenylacetonitrile (PMP) is an aldehyde that is used as a reagent in the synthesis of other chemical compounds. It is also used in the preparation of phase transfer catalysts. PMP is typically available as a white powder and can be dissolved in organic solvents such as acetone or benzene. The chemical properties of PMP are similar to those of other aldehydes, including its susceptibility to oxidation, which can lead to the formation of carboxylic acids.

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3-Chloro-2-nitrobenzonitrile is a postulated intermediate in the synthesis of benzoic acid and isomers. It can be obtained by reacting phosphorus pentachloride with an aromatic compound containing a benzene ring with substituents that contain nitrile groups. The reaction of 3-chloro-2-nitrobenzonitrile with water produces benzoic acid. This transformation is attributed to the formation of an unstable intermediate, which then decomposes to form a more stable product.

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Versatile small molecule scaffold