Description

3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-1-Phenyl-Propan-1-One is a versatile organic compound with a phenyl ketone structure, serving as a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its significance lies in its bifunctional nature, offering both a ketone and a hydroxyl group for selective chemical transformations. This compound is essential for research chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where it is utilized as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating complex organic molecules, flavors, and fragrances.
• Photopolymerization: Acts as a photoinitiator or a component in photoinitiator systems for UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in organic chemistry research and method development.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of certain herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-1-Phenyl-Propan-1-One
CAS No.	16735-22-1
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-hydroxy-1-phenyl-1-propanone; 1-Phenyl-2-methyl-3-hydroxy-1-propanone; 3-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone; Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-3-oxo-3-phenylpropyl ester; α-Methyl-β-hydroxypropiophenone; HMPP (abbreviation); Light-sensitive (store away from light)
EINECS	240-795-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-1-Phenyl-Propan-1-One is produced under a strict quality management system. We offer material suitable for research and industrial applications, with standard purity grades typically exceeding 97%. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures reliable supply and consistent performance for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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