Methylbenzeneethanol

• CAT Number: R023875
• CAS Number: 698-87-3
• Molecular Formula: C9H12O
• Molecular Weight: 136.19
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: α-Methylphenethyl Alcohol; (±)-1-Phenylpropan-2-ol; (±)-α-Methylbenzeneethanol; (±)-α-Methylphenethyl alcohol; 1-Phenyl-2-propanol; 2-Hydroxy-1-phenylpropane; 1-Phenyl-2-propanol; 3-Phenyl-2-hydroxypropane; 3-Phenyl-2-propanol; Benzyl methyl Carbinol
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 1-phenylpropan-2-ol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H12O/c1-8(10)7-9-5-3-2-4-6-9/h2-6,8,10H,7H2,1H3
• InChIKey: WYTRYIUQUDTGSX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(CC1=CC=CC=C1)O

Methylbenzeneethanol（Cat No.:R023875）, also known as 2-phenylethanol or phenethyl alcohol (when referring to its common structure), is an aromatic alcohol with the molecular formula C9H12O. It consists of a benzene ring (methylbenzene) attached to a two-carbon ethyl chain terminating in a hydroxyl group. This colorless, slightly viscous liquid has a pleasant, floral odor and is widely used in perfumes, cosmetics, and flavorings. It also finds applications in pharmaceuticals and as a preservative or solvent in various formulations. It is moderately soluble in water and should be handled under standard safety conditions in laboratory or industrial settings.