Molecular structure of 1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene, CAS Number: 108-67-8
1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene (CAS 108-67-8)
Alternate Names:
Mesitylene; 3,5-Dimethyltoluene
Application:
1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene is a precursor to 2,4,6-trimethylaniline
CAS Number:
108-67-8
Purity:
≥97%
Molecular Weight:
120.19
Molecular Formula:
C9H12
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1,3,5-trimethylbenzene, is an aromatic hydrocarbon characterized by a benzene ring with three methyl groups attached. It exhibits solubility in ethanol, ether, and benzene. Its versatility renders it a valuable compound in the chemical industry, finding utility as a solvent, fuel additive, and raw material for synthesizing various compounds. The precise mechanism of action underlying 1,3,5-trimethylbenzene′s effects remains incompletely elucidated. However, it is postulated that the aromatic ring of 1,3,5-trimethylbenzene interacts with cell membranes and proteins.
1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene (CAS 108-67-8) References
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1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene, 100 ml | sc-255931 | 100 ml | $45.00 |