2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

• CAT Number: R012698
• CAS Number: 702-23-8
• Molecular Formula: C9H12O2
• Molecular Weight: 152.19
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 4-Methoxybenzeneethanol; 1-Methoxy-4-(2-hydroxyethyl)benzene; 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-ethanol; 2-(p-Anisyl)ethanol; 4-Methoxyphenethyl Alcohol; NSC 408325; p-(Methoxyphenyl)ethyl Alcohol; p-Methoxyphenethyl Alcohol; β-(p-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol; ?
• Target: Anti-infection
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H12O2/c1-11-9-4-2-8(3-5-9)6-7-10/h2-5,10H,6-7H2,1H3
• InChIKey: AUWDOZOUJWEPBA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC1=CC=C(C=C1)CCO

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol（Cat No.:R012698）, also known as p-methoxyphenylethanol, is an aromatic alcohol with a methoxy group (-OCH3) attached to a phenyl ring at the para position. It is commonly used in the fragrance and cosmetic industries due to its pleasant floral and rose-like scent. In addition to its use as a fragrance, it has been studied for its potential antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. The compound is also found in some natural plant extracts, where it contributes to the plant’s aroma. Research explores its various applications in personal care products and its biological activities.