Description

4'-Methylacetophenone is a versatile aromatic ketone widely used as a key synthetic intermediate and fragrance ingredient. Its value lies in its ability to serve as a building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals, offering reliable reactivity and purity for industrial processes. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and specialty chemical sectors seeking a high-quality intermediate for synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and therapeutic compounds.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a component in perfumery and flavor formulations, contributing to aromatic profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed as a standard reagent in laboratories for Friedel-Crafts acylation and other organic reactions.
• Photoinitiator Manufacturing: Acts as a starting material in the production of photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Methylacetophenone
CAS No.	122-00-9
Molecular Formula	C9H10O
Molecular Weight	134.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylacetophenone; p-Methylacetophenone; 1-(4-Methylphenyl)ethanone; 4-Acetyltoluene; Methyl p-tolyl ketone; p-Acetyltoluene; 4-Methylphenyl methyl ketone; Tolyl methyl ketone
EINECS	204-514-8

Quality Control

Our 4'-Methylacetophenone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.530 - 1.535
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.005 - 1.015

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.