Compound Q&A
How is (3-Amino-2-methylphenyl)methanol (CAS: 83647-42-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
(3-Amino-2-methylphenyl)methanol (CAS: 83647-42-1) is often synthesized via the reduction of the corresponding methyl ester using hydrogen gas in the presence of a palladium catalyst. Alternatively, it can be prepared by the reaction of 2-methylphenylmethanol with ammonia. The process typically yields a pure product with high selectivity and good yield.
About
CAS No
83647-42-1
English Name
(3-Amino-2-methylphenyl)methanol
Molecular Formula
C8H11NO
Molecular Weight
137.182 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C=CC=C1N)CO
InChIKey
UVYZMJMDIMWDNJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-26 09:38
