| Identification | More | [Name]
2,6-DIMETHOXYTOLUENE | [CAS]
5673-07-4 | [Synonyms]
2,6-DIMETHOXYTOLUENE
1,3-Dimethoxy-2-methylbenzene
Benzene, 1,3-dimethoxy-2-methyl-
2-Methyl-1,3-dimethoxybenzene
(2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl)methane
2-Methyl-1,3-bis(methyloxy)benzene | [EINECS(EC#)]
227-131-8 | [Molecular Formula]
C9H12O2 | [MDL Number]
MFCD00008374 | [Molecular Weight]
152.19 | [MOL File]
5673-07-4.mol |
| Safety Data | Back Directory | [Hazard Codes ]
Xi | [Risk Statements ]
R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin . | [Safety Statements ]
S26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice .
S37/39:Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection .
S36:Wear suitable protective clothing . | [WGK Germany ]
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| [HS Code ]
2909.30.6000 |
| Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Chemical Properties]
light yellow to brownish crystalline solid | [Uses]
2,6-Dimethoxytoluene is used as an organic chemical synthesis intermediate. | [Synthesis Reference(s)]
Journal of the American Chemical Society, 78, p. 771, 1956 DOI: 10.1021/ja01585a020 | [Purification Methods]
Sublime 2,6-dimethoxytoluene in vacuo. Distil it (preferably under reduced pressure) and/or recrystallise it from pentane, EtOH or aqueous MeOH. [Sankaraman et al. J Am Chem Soc 109 5235 1987]. [Beilstein 6 H 872, 6 III 4513, 6 IV 5877.] |
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