Molekula
Acetophenone
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Acetophenone is a ketone used as a fragrance and flavoring agent, and in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and dyes. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet, aromatic odor. CAS: 98-86-2, Molecular Formula: C8H8O, Molecular Weight: 120.15 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Acetophenone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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500 g — £35.80 per pack ex VAT · £42.96 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £52.80 per pack ex VAT · £63.36 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.5342 @ 20 Deg C |
| Assay GC | 99% min |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Monoclinic prisms or plates |
| Odour | Sweet pungent odor |
| Melting Point | 19.4 °C |
| Boiling Point | 202.1 °C |
| Density | 1.0281 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | Slightly soluble in water |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone, benzene, concentrated sulfuric acid, chloroform |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.133 kPa at 15 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.5372 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.58 |
Source: PubChem CID 7410 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 29255823 |
| CAS Number | 98-86-2 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-phenylethanone |
| EC Number | 202-708-7 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3COC6H5 |
| Molecular Weight | 120.15 |
| Exact Mass | 120.0575 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1 |
| InChIKey | KWOLFJPFCHCOCG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H8O/c1-7(9)8-5-3-2-4-6-8/h2-6H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7410 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29143990 |
| Tariff Code | 2914390080 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H227 Combustible liquid
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H313 May be harmful in contact with skin
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-phenylethan-1-one
- 1-Phenylethanone
- Acetophenon
- Acetylbenzene
- Acetylbenzol
- Benzoyl methide
- Ethanone, 1-phenyl-
- Hypnone
- Methyl phenyl ketone
- Phenyl methyl ketone
Frequently asked questions
What is acetophenone used for?
Acetophenone is primarily used as a fragrance and flavoring agent in perfumes and food products, and as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of acetophenone?
The formula is CH3COC6H5 and the molecular weight is 120.15 g/mol.
How should acetophenone be stored?
Acetophenone should be stored at ambient temperature, away from light and moisture.
What grade of acetophenone does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies acetophenone in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply acetophenone in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply acetophenone in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of acetophenone?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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