The IUPAC name of 2'-Methoxyacetophenone is 1-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethanone. With the CAS registry number 579-74-8, it is also named as 2-Methyoxyacetophenone oxime. The product's category is Aromatic Acetophenones & Derivatives (substituted). Besides, it is clear slightly yellow to orange liquid, which should be stored in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place. In addition, its molecular formula is C₉H₁₀O₂ and molecular weight is 150.17.

The other characteristics of this product can be summarized as: (1)EINECS: 209-446-2; (2)ACD/LogP: 1.88; (3)# of Rule of 5 Violations: 0; (4)ACD/LogD (pH 5.5): 1.88; (5)ACD/LogD (pH 7.4): 1.88; (6)ACD/BCF (pH 5.5): 15.81; (7)ACD/BCF (pH 7.4): 15.81; (8)ACD/KOC (pH 5.5): 251.12; (9)ACD/KOC (pH 7.4): 251.12; (10)#H bond acceptors: 2; (11)#H bond donors: 0; (12)#Freely Rotating Bonds: 2; (13)Index of Refraction: 1.504; (14)Molar Refractivity: 42.95 cm³; (15)Molar Volume: 144.9 cm³; (16)Surface Tension: 33.6 dyne/cm; (17)Density: 1.035 g/cm³; (18)Flash Point: 92.8 °C; (19)Water Solubility: 2110 mg/L at 25 °C; (20)Enthalpy of Vaporization: 48.21 kJ/mol; (21)Boiling Point: 245 °C at 760 mmHg; (22)Vapour Pressure: 0.0294 mmHg at 25 °C.

Preparation of 2'-Methoxyacetophenone: this chemical can be prepared by 2-Ethyl-anisole.



This reaction needs Potassium peroxydisulphate, copper sulphate, Acetonitrile and H₂O at temperature of 65-70 °C. The reaction time is 3 hours. The yield is 82 %.

Uses of 2'-Methoxyacetophenone: it can be used to produce 1-(2-Methoxy-phenyl)-ethanol.



This reaction needs NaOH, Yb(OTf)₃, RuCl₂(PPh₃)₃ and Propan-2-ol by heating for 0.5 hour. The yield is 85 %.

When you are using this chemical, please be cautious about it as the following: it is irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. It is also harmful if swallowed. In case of contact with eyes, please rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. And you should wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

People can use the following data to convert to the molecule structure.
(1)Canonical SMILES: CC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1OC
(2)InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10O2/c1-7(10)8-5-3-4-6-9(8)11-2/h3-6H,1-2H3
(3)InChIKey: DWPLEOPKBWNPQV-UHFFFAOYSA-N