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Atomfair 2,4-Dimethylbenzyl alcohol C9H12O CAS 16308-92-2

2,4-Dimethylbenzyl alcohol (CAS No. 16308-92-2) is a high-purity aromatic alcohol with the molecular formula C9H12O and IUPAC name (2,4-dimethylphenyl)methanol. This compound is a versatile intermediate widely used in organic synthesis, fragrance formulation, and pharmaceutical research. Its unique structure, featuring a benzyl alcohol group substituted with methyl groups at the 2 and 4 positions, makes it valuable for producing specialty chemicals. Our product is rigorously tested to ensure >98% purity (GC), with low levels of impurities and moisture content. Supplied in amber glass bottles or sealed containers to ensure stability, it is ideal for researchers requiring precise and reliable reagents for…

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Description

2,4-Dimethylbenzyl alcohol (CAS No. 16308-92-2) is a high-purity aromatic alcohol with the molecular formula C9H12O and IUPAC name (2,4-dimethylphenyl)methanol. This compound is a versatile intermediate widely used in organic synthesis, fragrance formulation, and pharmaceutical research. Its unique structure, featuring a benzyl alcohol group substituted with methyl groups at the 2 and 4 positions, makes it valuable for producing specialty chemicals. Our product is rigorously tested to ensure >98% purity (GC), with low levels of impurities and moisture content. Supplied in amber glass bottles or sealed containers to ensure stability, it is ideal for researchers requiring precise and reliable reagents for advanced chemical applications.

Properties

  • CAS Number: 16308-92-2
  • Complexity: 101
  • IUPAC Name: (2,4-dimethylphenyl)methanol
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C9H12O/c1-7-3-4-9(6-10)8(2)5-7/h3-5,10H,6H2,1-2H3
  • InChI Key: QUIMJTKRVOBTQN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 136.088815002
  • Molecular Formula: C9H12O
  • Molecular Weight: 136.19
  • SMILES: CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)CO)C
  • Topological: 20.2
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 136.088815002
  • Synonyms: 16308-92-2, 2,4-DIMETHYLBENZYL ALCOHOL, Benzenemethanol, 2,4-dimethyl-, EINECS 240-393-8, AI3-21159, DTXSID90167510, DTXCID4090001, 240-393-8, (2,4-Dimethylphenyl)methanol, (2,4-Dimethyl-phenyl)-methanol, 2,4-Dimethylbenzenemethanol, MFCD00004624, Benzyl alcohol, 2,4-dimethyl-, Benzenemethanol,2,4-dimethyl-, 2,4 -dimethylbenzyl alcohol, SCHEMBL95786, SCHEMBL95787, SCHEMBL3999887, SCHEMBL6631168, (2,4-Dimethylphenyl)methanol #, CHEBI:231516, 2,4-Dimethylbenzyl alcohol, 96%, 2 pound not4-Dimethylbenzyl Alcohol, AKOS000249316, 1-(hydroxymethyl)-2,4-dimethylbenzene, AB92955, FD70069, DA-09591, DS-14794, SY049649, CS-0128392, D4519, NS00025319, EN300-140495, Z335244716, InChI=1/C9H12O/c1-7-3-4-9(6-10)8(2)5-7/h3-5,10H,6H2,1-2H

Application

2,4-Dimethylbenzyl alcohol is commonly employed as a building block in the synthesis of fragrances and flavoring agents due to its aromatic properties. It serves as an intermediate in pharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly for compounds targeting CNS and anti-inflammatory applications. Researchers also utilize it in polymer chemistry to modify resin properties and enhance material performance.

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]
  • 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 (100%)
  • Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
  • STOT SE 3 (50%)

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