1-Methoxy-4-ethoxybenzene - Names and Identifiers
1-Methoxy-4-ethoxybenzene - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C9H12O2
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| Molar Mass | 152.19 |
1-Methoxy-4-ethoxybenzene - Upstream Downstream Industry
1-Methoxy-4-ethoxybenzene - Introduction
p-Methoxyphenylether (p-methoxyphenetole), also known as p-methoxyphenylether, is an organic compound. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:
Nature:
p-methoxyphenyl ethyl ether chemical formula is C9H12O2, its appearance is colorless liquid. It has a high degree of stability and is not volatile. It has low solubility at room temperature and can be dissolved in some organic solvents such as ethanol, dimethylformamide and chloroform.
Use:
p-methoxyphenyl ethyl ether has a wide range of uses in the chemical industry:
1. It can be used as a chemical intermediate for the synthesis of other organic compounds, such as for the synthesis of drugs, dyes and fragrance compounds.
2. As a solvent, can be used in organic synthesis reaction.
Method:
p-Methoxyphenyl ethyl ether can be prepared by reacting phenol with methyl chloroformate. The specific steps are as follows:
1. Reacting methyl chloroformate with alkali to generate methyl chloroformate sodium salt.
2. The phenol is reacted with methyl chloroformate sodium salt under alkaline conditions, and p-methoxyphenylether is generated by the Williamson etherification reaction.
Safety Information:
The use of p-methoxyphenethyl ether should pay attention to the following safety information:
1. It is a flammable liquid and should be kept away from open flames and high temperature sources.
2. In the operation should strictly follow the personal protective measures, such as wearing protective gloves, goggles and protective clothing.
3. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and respiratory tract to avoid irritation and damage.
Last Update：2024-04-09 02:00:50