2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol

2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol (CAS 5020-41-7) is a high-purity methoxy-substituted phenethyl alcohol intermediate widely used in pharmaceutical synthesis, organic chemistry research, and fine chemical manufacturing. This compound features a methoxy group at the meta-position of the phenethyl alcohol structure, making it a versatile building block for the development of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). As a key intermediate in ether synthesis, nucleophilic substitution, and functional group transformations, it exhibits excellent reactivity in Williamson ether synthesis, esterification, and oxidation reactions. Our product is manufactured under strict quality control standards, ensuring a purity of ≥98%, making it ideal for pharmaceutical manufacturing, medicinal chemistry research, and scale-up production. This compound is particularly valuable in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals containing meta-substituted aromatic structures, fragrance intermediates, and specialty chemical precursors. As a reliable benzene derivative intermediate, it serves as an important precursor for constructing methoxy-protected phenolic scaffolds in drug discovery and agrochemical development programs.

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Product Name	2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol
CAS Number	5020-41-7
Chinese Name	2-(3-甲氧基苯基)乙醇
Synonyms	3-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol; m-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol; 2-(m-Methoxyphenyl)ethanol; Benzeneethanol, 3-methoxy-; 3-Methoxy-β-phenethyl alcohol; 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3-methoxybenzene; 3-Methoxyphenylethanol; m-Anisyl ethanol
Chinese Synonyms	间甲氧基苯乙醇; 3-甲氧基苯乙基醇; 2-(间甲氧基苯基)乙醇; 间甲氧基-β-苯乙醇; 3-甲氧基苯基乙醇
Molecular Formula	C₉H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	152.19 g/mol
Purity	≥ 98% (GC/HPLC)
Product Category	Pharmaceutical Intermediates / Benzene Derivatives / Phenethyl Alcohols
Appearance	Colorless to Light Yellow Liquid
Boiling Point	~245-250°C (estimated)
Density	~1.08 g/cm³ (estimated)
Refractive Index	n₂₀/D ~1.52 (estimated)
Storage Conditions	Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from oxidation.
Shelf Life	24 months under recommended storage conditions
Packaging	25kg/drum, 50kg/drum, or customized according to customer requirements
Applications	Pharmaceutical intermediates, organic synthesis, API manufacturing, fragrance chemistry, ether synthesis, esterification reactions, fine chemical production, agrochemical intermediates
Reactivity	Suitable for esterification, etherification, oxidation to aldehyde/acid, nucleophilic substitution, and Williamson ether synthesis
Special Note	✅ Reliable supply for domestic and international markets