Description

4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenylacetone is a versatile aromatic ketone intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which serves as a key building block for the production of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for research and development as well as commercial-scale synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with catechol or vanillyl structural motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for creating specific aromatic compounds used in perfumery and flavor formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research laboratories and chemical production for constructing complex organic molecules through reactions like alkylation, condensation, and reduction.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies related to enzymatic processes and metabolic pathway analysis involving similar phenolic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenylacetone
CAS No.	2503-46-0
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-propanone; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzyl methyl ketone; Homovanillyl methyl ketone; 2-Propanone, 1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-; 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxyphenylacetone; Vanillylacetone; Apocynin ketone; Acetovanillone methyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenylacetone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.