Description

3-Acetylphenylacetylene is a versatile and high-purity organic building block characterized by its acetylene and acetyl functional groups. This compound is crucial for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures through cross-coupling and cycloaddition reactions. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in creating libraries for biological screening.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides and herbicides by serving as a core structure for new active molecules.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in Sonogashira, Huisgen cycloaddition (click chemistry), and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Ligand Precursor: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a fundamental reagent in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies and novel compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Acetylphenylacetylene
CAS No.	139697-98-6
Molecular Formula	C10H8O
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Ethynylphenyl)ethanone; 3-Ethynylacetophenone; m-Acetylphenylacetylene; 3-Acetyl-1-ethynylbenzene; 3-Ethynylacetylbenzene; 1-Acetyl-3-ethynylbenzene; 3-Acetylbenzenecarbaldehyde (incorrect but common misnomer); 3-Ethynyl phenyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Acetylphenylacetylene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by advanced analytical techniques like GC, HPLC, and NMR. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards expected for fine chemical and GMP-grade intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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