4-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol

• CAT Number: R016976
• CAS Number: 105-13-5
• Molecular Formula: C8H10O2
• Molecular Weight: 138.17
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 4-Methoxybenzenemethanol; p-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol; (4-Methoxyphenyl)methyl Alcohol; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)anisole; 4-(Methoxyphenyl)methanol; 4-Methoxy-α-hydroxytoluene; 4-Methoxybenzenemethanol; 4-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol; Anise Alcohol; Anisic Alcohol; NS
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (4-methoxyphenyl)methanol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H10O2/c1-10-8-4-2-7(6-9)3-5-8/h2-5,9H,6H2,1H3
• InChIKey: MSHFRERJPWKJFX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC1=CC=C(C=C1)CO

4-Methoxybenzyl alcohol(CAT: R016976), also known as p-anisyl alcohol, is an aromatic alcohol with the molecular formula C₈H₁₀O₂. It features a methoxy group at the para position of a benzyl alcohol structure, giving it mild floral and sweet aromatic notes. This compound is widely used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of fragrances, flavors, and pharmaceuticals. In perfumery, it imparts warm, balsamic undertones and blends well with floral and fruity accords. Its reactivity makes it valuable for producing ethers, esters, and other derivatives, supporting applications in fine chemical production, medicinal chemistry, and material science research.