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Acetophenone(Cat No.:R059368)is an aromatic ketone with the molecular formula C8H8O, consisting of a phenyl group attached to a methyl ketone. It is a colorless, sweet-smelling liquid used widely as a flavoring agent, fragrance component, and solvent. In organic synthesis, acetophenone serves as a versatile intermediate for the production of pharmaceuticals, resins, and fine chemicals. It participates in reactions such as aldol condensation, Grignard addition, and reduction. Naturally occurring in some fruits and foods, it also appears as a metabolic byproduct. Acetophenone is valued for its reactivity and pleasant, almond-like aroma.
CAS Number | 98-86-2 |
Synonyms | 1-Phenylethanone; 1-Feniletanone; 1-Phenyl-1-ethanone; 1-Phenylethanone; Acetophenon; Acetylbenzene; Hypnon; Hypnone; Methyl Phenyl Ketone; NSC 7635; NSC 98542; Phenyl Methyl Ketone; |
Molecular Formula | C8H8O |
Purity | ≥95% |
Target | Disease Research Fields |
Storage | RT |
IUPAC Name | 1-phenylethanone |
InChI | InChI=1S/C8H8O/c1-7(9)8-5-3-2-4-6-8/h2-6H,1H3 |
InChIKey | KWOLFJPFCHCOCG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
SMILES | CC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1 |
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