hexahydrobenzylcarbonate

Hexahydrobenzylcarbonate is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C9H16O2. It is an ester and is characterized by the presence of a hexahydrobenzyl group and a carbonate functional group. The hexahydrobenzyl group is derived from hexahydrobenzyl alcohol, which itself is a saturated analog of benzyl alcohol. The carbonate group is a functional group with the structure R-O-CO-O-R'. In hexahydrobenzylcarbonate, both R and R' groups are derived from hexahydrobenzyl alcohol.

The compound's physical properties, such as melting point, boiling point, and solubility, depend on its specific isomer and purity. As a carbonate ester, it can be involved in various chemical reactions, including hydrolysis, transesterification, and reactions characteristic of ester functionalities. Its applications are typically found in specialized chemical synthesis or as an intermediate in the production of other compounds. Information regarding specific large-scale industrial uses or widespread commercial availability of hexahydrobenzylcarbonate is not extensively documented in general chemical literature. Further detailed information on its synthesis, reactions, and potential applications would typically be found in specialized chemical databases and scientific literature.