1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene, also known as 1,2-dichloro-4-methoxy-phenyl, is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of two chlorine atoms and a methoxy group attached to a benzene ring. Its molecular formula is C8H8Cl2O, indicating that it contains eight carbon atoms, eight hydrogen atoms, two chlorine atoms, and one oxygen atom. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. It is moderately soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. 1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene is primarily used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of various chemicals, including agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. Its chemical properties include reactivity towards nucleophiles due to the presence of the electrophilic chlorine atoms, making it useful in substitution reactions. However, safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks, including potential toxicity and environmental hazards.

1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene

36404-30-5: 1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene, 3,4-Dichloromethoxybenzene, 4,5-Dichlorophenyl methyl ether, Benzene, 1,2-dichloro-4-methoxy-, 3,4-Dichloroanisole

1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene is a chemical compound that is used as an industrial chemical and in the synthesis of other chemicals. It is a chlorinated aromatic compound that can be found in environmental pollutants. 1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene has been shown to be toxic to cells by binding to peroxidases and inhibiting the activity of enzymes that are involved in the biosynthesis of fatty acids. 1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene also inhibits the growth of bacteria such as Chromobacterium violaceum. 1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene may act as an antibiotic by inhibiting gene transcription or protein synthesis in some bacteria.

CAS 36404-30-5: 1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene

1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene

Ref: 3D-LBA40430

1,2-Dichloro-4-methoxybenzene

Ref: 10-F242124

3,4-Dichloroanisole

Ref: TR-DRE-C12333400

3,4-Dichloroanisole

Ref: 04-C12333400

3,4-Dichloroanisole

Ref: 54-OR912314