(4-Methoxyphenyl)methanol, CAS No. 105-13-5

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105-13-5

Catalog No. EBD35568

CAS 105-13-5

Name (4-Methoxyphenyl)methanol

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Basic Information

Synonyms: (4-Methoxyphenyl)methanol 4-Methoxybenzylalcohol P-AniseAlcohol Anis Anisy Anisi Benzenemethanol,4-Methoxy- 4-AniseAlcohol 4-AnisylAlcohol 4-AnisicAlcohol AnisicAlcohol AnisAlcohol MethoxybenzylAlcohol Methoxybenzylalcohol(4-) Fema2099 4-Methoxy-Benzenemethano 4-Methoxybenzenemethanol 4-Methoxy-Benzenemethanol P-Methoxy-BenzylAlcohol AnisylAlcohol P-MethoxybenzylAlcohol 4-Methoxylbenzylalcohol

Molecular Formula: C8H10O2

Molecular Weight: 138.16

MDL Number: MFCD00004653

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Phenols and Ethers Functional Chemicals > Consumer & Industrial Chemicals > Fragrances and Flavors

Product Description:

(4-Methoxyphenyl)methanol, also known as p-methoxybenzyl alcohol or anisyl alcohol, is an aromatic organic compound with the formula CH3OC6H4CH2OH. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a faint, sweet, floral odor reminiscent of hawthorn or anise. It is slightly soluble in water but miscible with most organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, and chloroform. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis. Its benzylic alcohol group can be readily oxidized to the corresponding aldehyde (anisaldehyde) or esterified. More importantly, the p-methoxybenzyl (PMB) group derived from it is a widely used protecting group for alcohols and phenols in multistep synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Its deprotection can be achieved under mild oxidative or acidic conditions. Beyond its synthetic utility, p-methoxybenzyl alcohol is a significant ingredient in the fragrance and flavor industry. Its pleasant, persistent floral scent makes it a valuable component in perfumes, soaps, detergents, and cosmetic formulations. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food products, contributing sweet, fruity, and balsamic notes.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 22-25 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 259 °C(lit.)

Flash Point: 113 °C

Density: 1.113 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Solubility: alcohol: freely soluble

Refractivity: n20/D 1.544(lit.)

Storage: Store at RT.

Analytical Data

Appearance: clear colourless to yellowish liquid after melting