Description

2-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol (CAS 7417-18-7) is a high-purity aromatic alcohol with the molecular formula C₉H₁₂O₂ and IUPAC name 2-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethanol. This compound is a versatile intermediate widely used in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical research, and fragrance formulation. Its structure features a methoxy-substituted phenyl ring with a hydroxymethyl side chain, offering unique reactivity for derivatization. Our product is rigorously tested to ensure ≥98% purity (GC), with detailed analytical data (HPLC, NMR) available upon request. Supplied in amber glass bottles under inert gas to prevent oxidation, it is ideal for sensitive applications. Suitable for use as a precursor in chiral synthesis, flavoring agents, and bioactive molecule development.

Properties

• CAS Number: 7417-18-7
• Complexity: 104
• IUPAC Name: 2-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethanol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H12O2/c1-11-9-5-3-2-4-8(9)6-7-10/h2-5,10H,6-7H2,1H3
• InChI Key: XLDRDNQLEMMNNH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 152.083729621
• Molecular Formula: C9H12O2
• Molecular Weight: 152.19
• SMILES: COC1=CC=CC=C1CCO
• Topological: 29.5
• Monoisotopic Mass: 152.083729621
• Synonyms: 2-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol, 2-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol, EINECS 231-029-9, DTXSID60225136, NSC 101847, DTXCID60147627, 231-029-9, inchi=1/c9h12o2/c1-11-9-5-3-2-4-8(9)6-7-10/h2-5,10h,6-7h2,1h, 7417-18-7, Benzeneethanol, 2-methoxy-, MFCD00002889, 2-(2-Methoxyphenyl)Ethan-1-Ol, Phenethyl alcohol, o-methoxy-, 2-(2-methoxy-phenyl)-ethanol, 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-anisole, NSC101847, 2-Methoxybenzeneethanol, 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)anisole, 2-methoxy-phenethyl alcohol, NCIOpen2_001703, SCHEMBL852646, 2-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol #, SCHEMBL1759513, SCHEMBL1805222, SCHEMBL7388700, SCHEMBL8319300, SCHEMBL8480841, SCHEMBL8480844, 2-(2-Methoxyphenethyl) alcohol, 2-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol, 99%, AKOS000442202, CS-W001944, DS-5389, FM70727, NSC-101847, SY023218, DB-013884, M2657, NS00037595, ST51038023, EN300-130317

Application

2-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly for beta-adrenergic receptor ligands. It is utilized in fragrance compositions for its floral-hyacinth odor profile. Researchers employ this compound in asymmetric catalysis studies due to its chiral center potential. The methoxy and alcohol functionalities enable facile conversion to esters or ethers for polymer applications.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H315 (50%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (50%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (50%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Skin Irrit. 2 (50%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (50%)
• STOT SE 3 (50%)

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