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5-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol (CAS 3743-23-5)

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CAS Number:
3743-23-5
Molecular Weight:
158.58
Molecular Formula:
C7H7ClO2
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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5-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol is an aromatic organic compound that exists as a colorless solid with a faint sweet odor. 5-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol has proven valuable across diverse scientific research applications. Its utilization ranges from being a reagent in the synthesis of flavonoid compounds, to playing a role in the creation of insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides. Although the mechanism of action of 5-chloro-2-methoxyphenol is not fully comprehended, it is believed to function as an aromatase inhibitor. Meaning, it inhibits the conversion of androgens to estrogens by binding to aromatase and impeding the enzymatic process.


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5-Chloro-2-methoxyphenol, 200 mg

sc-278149
200 mg
$174.00