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HomeProduct name list2-Methylcyclohexanol

2-Methylcyclohexanol

Synonym(s):Hexahydro-o-cresol

  • CAS NO.:583-59-5
  • Empirical Formula: C7H14O
  • Molecular Weight: 114.19
  • MDL number: MFCD00001443
  • EINECS: 209-512-0
  • SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
  • Update Date: 2023-11-28 16:31:44
2-Methylcyclohexanol Structural

What is 2-Methylcyclohexanol?

Chemical properties

colourless viscous liquid with an aromatic odour. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Hence floats on water.

The Uses of 2-Methylcyclohexanol

2-Methylcyclohexanol is used in the preparation of acetic acid-(2-methyl-cyclohexyl ester) by reaction with acetic anhydride. Further, it is used to study the effect of organic solvents on epoxide hydrolase.

What are the applications of Application

2-Methylcyclohexanol, mixture of cis and trans is used to study the effect of organic solvents on epoxide hydrolase

Reactions

2-methylcyclohexanol undergoes a dehydration reaction when reacted with conc. Sulfuric acid to form a mixture of 1-metyl and 3-methylcyclohexene.
2-Methylcyclohexanol Reaction

Reactivity Profile

2-METHYLCYCLOHEXANOL is an alcohol. Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by the combination of these materials with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents. Contact with strong oxidizers may cause fires and explosions. They react with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water. Oxidizing agents convert them to aldehydes or ketones. They exhibit both weak acid and weak base behavior. They may initiate the polymerization of isocyanates and epoxides. Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Irritating vapors and toxic gases, such as carbon monoxide, may be formed when involved in fire (USCG, 1999).

Purification Methods

Dry 2-methylcyclohexanol with Na2SO4 and fractionate it under vacuum. Note: The cis-isomer has b 165o/760mm, and the trans-isomer has b 166.5o/760mm. [Eliel & Haber J Org Chem 23 2041 1958, Beilstein 6 III 61, 6 IV 100.]

Properties of 2-Methylcyclohexanol

Melting point: -38 °C
Boiling point: 171-173 °C(lit.)
Density  0.93 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index  n20/D 1.463
Flash point: 138 °F
form  Liquid
pka 15.33±0.40(Predicted)
Specific Gravity 0.930 (20/4℃)
color  Clear colorless
Odor at 100.00?%. mild coconut oil
Water Solubility  slightly soluble
BRN  1847535
Dielectric constant 13.5
Stability: Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
CAS DataBase Reference 583-59-5(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference Cyclohexanol, 2-methyl-(583-59-5)
EPA Substance Registry System Cyclohexanol, 2-methyl- (583-59-5)

Safety information for 2-Methylcyclohexanol

Signal word Warning
Pictogram(s)
ghs
Flame
Flammables
GHS02
ghs
Exclamation Mark
Irritant
GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements H226:Flammable liquids
H332:Acute toxicity,inhalation
Precautionary Statement Codes P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.
P233:Keep container tightly closed.
P240:Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241:Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment.
P242:Use only non-sparking tools.

Computed Descriptors for 2-Methylcyclohexanol

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