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2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone

Also known as 2-Hydroxy-1-(4-methylphenyl)ethanone, 2-Hydroxy-4'-methylacetophenone, Ethanone,2-hydroxy-1-(4-methylphenyl)-

CAS 4079-54-3Formula C9H10O2Molar mass 150.18 g/mol
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2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone chemical structure, C9H10O2, CAS 4079-54-3
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
4079-54-3
Formula
C9H10O2
Molar mass
150.18 g/mol
HS code
291440
Category
Aldehydes and ketones

What is 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C9H10O2 and a molar mass of 150.18 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 4079-54-3. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxy-1-(4-methylphenyl)ethanone.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-hydroxy-1-(4-methylphenyl)ethanone
CAS number
4079-54-3 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C9H10O2
MDL number
MFCD07778990
InChIKey
BFOWHGYYZRTDOV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H10O2/c1-7-2-4-8(5-3-7)9(11)6-10/h2-5,10H,6H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)CO

Synonyms

  • 2-Hydroxy-1-(4-methylphenyl)ethanone
  • 2-Hydroxy-4'-methylacetophenone
  • Ethanone,2-hydroxy-1-(4-methylphenyl)-
  • 2-hydroxy-1-(4-methylphenyl)ethan-1-one
  • p-methylbenzoylmethanol
  • 2-hydroxy-1-p-tolyl-ethanone
  • 2-hydroxy-1-(p-tolyl)-ethanone
  • 2-Hydroxy-1-(p-tolyl)ethan-1-one
  • 2-Hydroxy-4 inverted exclamation mark -methylacetophenone

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
150.18 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
150.0681 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.17calc.
Topological polar surface area
37.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.22calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone is traded under.

HS 2914.40Indicative HS code

Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes

World exports in 2024
$199M
+2.5% vs 2023, imports $247M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China29.5%
  2. Germany14.4%
  3. Netherlands12.7%
Top importers
  1. United States37.2%
  2. Netherlands8.5%
  3. Germany6.4%
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The HS code shown for 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone, based on the data on this page

What is 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone?

2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C9H10O2 and a molar mass of 150.18 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 4079-54-3. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxy-1-(4-methylphenyl)ethanone.

What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone?

The CAS registry number of 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone is 4079-54-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone?

The molecular formula of 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone is C9H10O2 and its molar mass is 150.18 g/mol.

What is 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone used for?

Known uses and roles of 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone?

2-Hydroxy-4-methylacetophenone is usually classified under HS code 291440 (Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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