Molekula
Benzylacetone
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Benzylacetone, also called phenylethyl methyl ketone, is an aromatic ketone used primarily in fragrance synthesis and as a precursor in the production of fine chemicals, including pharmaceutical intermediates and flavor compounds. It serves as a key building block in creating floral and herbal scents, as well as in laboratory research for targeted organic synthesis. This chemical has a CAS number of 2550-26-7 and carries no signal word under standard classification, indicating low acute toxicity. It appears as a pale yellow to colorless liquid with a strong, sweet odor. Molekula supplies benzylacetone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 16011687
- CAS Number
- 2550-26-7
- IUPAC Name
- 4-phenylbutan-2-one
- EC Number
- 219-847-4
- Exact Mass
- 148.0888
- SMILES
- CC(=O)CCC1=CC=CC=C1
- InChIKey
- AKGGYBADQZYZPD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C10H12O/c1-9(11)7-8-10-5-3-2-4-6-10/h2-6H,7-8H2,1H3
- PubChem CID
- 17355
Synonyms
- 1-Phenyl-3-butanone
- 2-Butanone, 4-phenyl-
- 2-Phenylethyl methyl ketone
- 4-Penylbutan-2-one
- 4-Phenyl-2-butanone
- 4-Phenylbutan-2-one
- Methyl 2-phenylethyl ketone
- Methyl phenethyl ketone
- Methyl phenylethyl ketone
- Phenethyl methyl ketone
Frequently asked questions
What is benzylacetone primarily used for?
Benzylacetone is commonly used as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics, as well as a precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of benzylacetone?
The chemical formula is **C₁₀H₁₂O**, and the molecular weight is **148.20 g/mol**.
What grade of benzylacetone does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies benzylacetone in **pharmaceutical/analytical grade** purity, suitable for fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical applications.
Can Molekula supply benzylacetone in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can provide benzylacetone in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of benzylacetone?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
How should benzylacetone be stored?
Store benzylacetone in a **cool, dry place**, away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances, in a tightly sealed container.
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.