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Atomfair 4-Ethylbenzyl alcohol C9H12O CAS 768-59-2

4-Ethylbenzyl Alcohol (CAS No. 768-59-2) is a high-purity aromatic alcohol with the molecular formula C9H12O and IUPAC name (4-ethylphenyl)methanol . This compound is a versatile intermediate widely used in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemical applications. Its structure features a benzyl alcohol group para-substituted with an ethyl group, offering unique reactivity for derivatization and functionalization. Our product is rigorously tested to ensure >98% purity (GC) and is supplied in sealed containers under inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation. Ideal for researchers in medicinal chemistry, material science, and fine chemical synthesis, this compound is available in quantities ranging from grams to kilograms…

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4-Ethylbenzyl Alcohol (CAS No. 768-59-2) is a high-purity aromatic alcohol with the molecular formula C9H12O and IUPAC name (4-ethylphenyl)methanol. This compound is a versatile intermediate widely used in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemical applications. Its structure features a benzyl alcohol group para-substituted with an ethyl group, offering unique reactivity for derivatization and functionalization.

Our product is rigorously tested to ensure >98% purity (GC) and is supplied in sealed containers under inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation. Ideal for researchers in medicinal chemistry, material science, and fine chemical synthesis, this compound is available in quantities ranging from grams to kilograms with customizable packaging options.

Key specifications include: molecular weight 136.19 g/mol, boiling point 230-232°C, and density 1.01 g/cm3. Storage recommendation: 2-8°C under nitrogen. Hazard classification: H315-H319 (causes skin/eye irritation).

Properties

  • CAS Number: 768-59-2
  • Complexity: 82.7
  • IUPAC Name: (4-ethylphenyl)methanol
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C9H12O/c1-2-8-3-5-9(7-10)6-4-8/h3-6,10H,2,7H2,1H3
  • InChI Key: YSLBFFIVJGJBSA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 136.088815002
  • Molecular Formula: C9H12O
  • Molecular Weight: 136.19
  • SMILES: CCC1=CC=C(C=C1)CO
  • Topological: 20.2
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 136.088815002
  • Synonyms: 4-ETHYLBENZYL ALCOHOL, 768-59-2, Benzenemethanol, 4-ethyl-, EINECS 212-198-8, AI3-21535, DTXSID00227614, DTXCID50150105, 212-198-8, (4-Ethylphenyl)methanol, p-Ethylbenzyl alcohol, 4-Ethylbenzenemethanol, Benzyl alcohol, p-ethyl-, 4-Ethylbenzylalcohol, MFCD00004666, para-ethylbenzyl alcohol, Benzenemethanol,4-ethyl-, (4-Ethylphenyl)methanol #, (4-ethylphenyl)methan-1-ol, SCHEMBL92935, 4-Ethylbenzyl alcohol, 99%, SCHEMBL283304, SCHEMBL2686386, SCHEMBL3240509, SCHEMBL6082362, CHEBI:231519, AKOS000249533, FE71110, AS-57900, SY051592, CS-0186074, E0704, NS00037853, ST51028315, D71245, EN300-137199, InChI=1/C9H12O/c1-2-8-3-5-9(7-10)6-4-8/h3-6,10H,2,7H2,1H

Application

4-Ethylbenzyl alcohol serves as a key building block in the synthesis of liquid crystals and advanced organic materials. It is utilized in pharmaceutical research for the preparation of prodrugs and active pharmaceutical intermediates. The compound also finds application in fragrance formulations and as a precursor for polymer modifiers.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

  • H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
  • H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

Precautionary Statements

  • P264, P264+P265, P280, P302+P352, P305+P351+P338, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, and P362+P364

Hazard Classes and Categories

  • Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
  • Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)

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