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4,5-Dimethoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
4,5-Dimethoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol, is used as Reagent for the protection of alcohols, etc., as ethers which can be cleaved by photolysis involving intramolecular rearrangement to derivatives of o-nitrosobenzaldehyde, which are readily cleaved by hydrolysis. It is also used as photochemical protecting groups in organic synthesis. It is also used as a pharmaceutical intermediate.
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4,5-Dimethoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol, is used as Reagent for the protection of alcohols, etc., as ethers which can be cleaved by photolysis involving intramolecular rearrangement to derivatives of o-nitrosobenzaldehyde, which are readily cleaved by hydrolysis. It is also used as photochemical protecting groups in organic synthesis. It is also used as a pharmaceutical intermediate.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Light Sensitive. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from oxidizing agents. Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 144°C to 148°C |
Quantity | 5 g |
Beilstein | 1880093 |
Sensitivity | Light sensitive |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 213.19 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | 4,5-Dimethoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol |
RUO – Research Use Only
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