2,4-Dimethyl-1,3,5-benzenetriol, with the CAS number 4463-02-9, is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which features a benzene ring substituted with three hydroxyl (–OH) groups and two methyl (–CH₃) groups. This compound is a type of triol, indicating the presence of three hydroxyl groups, which contributes to its potential as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis and its solubility in polar solvents. The presence of multiple hydroxyl groups enhances its hydrogen bonding capabilities, making it more soluble in water compared to non-hydroxylated aromatic compounds. Additionally, the methyl groups can influence the compound's reactivity and steric properties, potentially affecting its interactions in biological systems or chemical reactions. 2,4-Dimethyl-1,3,5-benzenetriol may exhibit antioxidant properties due to the presence of hydroxyl groups, which can donate hydrogen atoms to free radicals. Overall, its unique structure and functional groups make it of interest in various fields, including pharmaceuticals and materials science.

2,4-Dimethyl-1,3,5-benzenetriol

4463-02-9: 1,3,5-Benzenetriol, 2,4-dimethyl-, 1,3,5-Trihydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzene, 2,4-Dimethyl-1,3,5-benzenetriol, 2,4-Dimethylbenzene-1,3,5-Triol, 2,6-Dimethylphloroglucinol, Dimethylphloroglucinol, Phloroglucinol, dimethyl-, m-Xylene-2,4,6-triol, 2,4-Dimethylphloroglucinol

2,4,6-TRIHYDROXY-1,3-DIMETHYL BENZENE

2,4,6-Trihydroxy-3-xylene is a chemical compound that belongs to the group of spathulatane diterpenes. It is an aromatic hydrocarbon with a molecular formula of C8H12O2 and a molecular weight of 132.16 grams per mole. 2,4,6-Trihydroxy-3-xylene has been found in plants such as Eucalyptus globulus (spathulata), Humulus lupulus (isovaleric acid), and in mushrooms such as Agaricus bisporus (angulata). This compound is also found in Australian native plants such as Acacia sp., Casuarinaceae sp., and Eucalyptus sp. It can be synthesized by condensation reactions involving methylation of isovaleric acid and acetone with formaldehyde.

2,4,6-Trihydroxy-3-xylene

Applications m-Xylene-2,4,6-triol is a reagent used to synthesize a series of flavanone derivatives that show anti-tumor activities.
References Shi, L., et al.: Biorgan. Med. Chem. Lett., 20, 5466 (2010)


CAS 4463-02-9: 2,4-Dimethyl-1,3,5-benzenetriol

2,4,6-TRIHYDROXY-1,3-DIMETHYL BENZENE

Ref: IN-DA00D8QO

2,4,6-Trihydroxy-3-xylene

Ref: 3D-FT65763

m-Xylene-2,4,6-triol

Ref: TR-X749450