Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2-methoxyphenyl)methanol (CAS: 612-16-8)?
Answer
(2-methoxyphenyl)methanol is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 144.17 g/mol. It has a pKa of around 14.5 and is slightly soluble in water but miscible with a variety of organic solvents. It is relatively stable under normal conditions but can react with strong acids or bases. The compound is often used in organic synthesis due to its reactivity and solubility properties.
About
CAS No
612-16-8
English Name
(2-methoxyphenyl)methanol
Molecular Formula
C8H10O2
Molecular Weight
138.17 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC=CC=C1CO
InChIKey
WYLYBQSHRJMURN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
