Description

4-Methyl-1-Phenylpentan-1-One is a high-purity aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its well-defined molecular structure, which serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a building block for creating specific aromatic compounds used in perfumery and flavor formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile starting material for various organic transformations, including Grignard reactions, reductions, and condensations in R&D laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-1-Phenylpentan-1-One
CAS No.	2050-07-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O
Molecular Weight	176.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1-phenylpentan-1-one; 1-Phenyl-4-methylpentan-1-one; 4-Methylvalerophenone; Isohexanophenone; Isobutylacetophenone; Benzene, (4-methyl-1-oxopentyl)-; (4-Methylpentanoyl)benzene; α-Isobutylacetophenone
EINECS	218-107-4

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Methyl-1-Phenylpentan-1-One adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including GC/HPLC chromatograms and NMR spectra, with each shipment. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request and are prepared in compliance with cGMP standards where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.