2-Isopropyl-4,5-dimethylphenol
4,5-dimethyl-2-(propan-2-yl)phenol
CAS: 35786-94-8
Molecular Formula: C11H16O
2-Isopropyl-4,5-dimethylphenol - Names and Identifiers
2-Isopropyl-4,5-dimethylphenol - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C11H16O |
| Molar Mass | 164.24 |
| Density | 0.963±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Melting Point | 69-70 °C |
| Boling Point | 250-250.5 °C(Press: 745 Torr) |
| pKa | 10.91±0.23(Predicted) |
2-Isopropyl-4,5-dimethylphenol - Introduction
2-ISOPROPYL-4,5-DIMETHYLPHENOL is an organic compound with the chemical formula C12H18O, often abbreviated as IPTG. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:
Nature:
-Appearance: IPTG is a colorless crystalline solid.
-Melting point: About 60-62 ° C.
-Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, ether and dichloromethane.
Use:
-Laboratory research: IPTG is often used as an artificial inducer to induce certain expression systems in microorganisms such as Escherichia coli to produce specific protein expression.
-Molecular biology: IPTG can be used to activate and regulate gene expression in certain eukaryotic cells.
Preparation Method:
- IPTG is usually obtained by a benzylation reaction from p-cresol. The specific procedure typically involves reacting p-Cresol with isopropyl ammonium bromide to produce IPTG.
Safety Information:
- IPTG is considered to be less toxic under most regular operating conditions. However, it is still a chemical substance and needs to be used safely.
-contact with skin, inhalation or ingestion of IPTG may cause irritation. Appropriate personal protective equipment such as laboratory gloves and goggles should be worn at all times.
-Avoid contact with strong oxidants to avoid dangerous reactions.
-When using or disposing of IPTG, follow local safety practices.
Nature:
-Appearance: IPTG is a colorless crystalline solid.
-Melting point: About 60-62 ° C.
-Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, ether and dichloromethane.
Use:
-Laboratory research: IPTG is often used as an artificial inducer to induce certain expression systems in microorganisms such as Escherichia coli to produce specific protein expression.
-Molecular biology: IPTG can be used to activate and regulate gene expression in certain eukaryotic cells.
Preparation Method:
- IPTG is usually obtained by a benzylation reaction from p-cresol. The specific procedure typically involves reacting p-Cresol with isopropyl ammonium bromide to produce IPTG.
Safety Information:
- IPTG is considered to be less toxic under most regular operating conditions. However, it is still a chemical substance and needs to be used safely.
-contact with skin, inhalation or ingestion of IPTG may cause irritation. Appropriate personal protective equipment such as laboratory gloves and goggles should be worn at all times.
-Avoid contact with strong oxidants to avoid dangerous reactions.
-When using or disposing of IPTG, follow local safety practices.
Last Update：2024-04-10 22:29:15
