3-Chloro-4-methoxybenzyl alcohol CAS 14503-45-8

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.14503-45-8
Molecular FormulaC8H15ClO2
Molecular Weight178.66 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

3-Chloro-4-methoxybenzyl alcohol CAS 14503-45-8 chemical structure

Description

Based on its molecular formula C8H15ClO2, 3-Chloro-4-methoxybenzyl alcohol contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, chlorine substitution; these features give the compound characteristic functional-group stretching vibrations in infrared spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 178.66 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

CATO supplies 3-Chloro-4-methoxybenzyl alcohol (CAS 14503-45-8), a certified reference material (molecular formula C8H15ClO2, MW 178.66 g/mol) for analytical method development and quality control.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures 3-Chloro-4-methoxybenzyl alcohol under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC8H15ClO2
Molecular Weight178.66 g/mol
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, acetonitrile, DMSO, water (slightly soluble)
StabilityContains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)1.0
CAS Registry Year (est.)1961
Halogen ContentCl-containing

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