Description

Benzyloxyacetone is a versatile organic building block and chemical intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its unique structure, featuring both a ketone and a benzyl-protected ether group, makes it a valuable precursor in the synthesis of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for developing active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring benzyl-protected glycol or amino alcohol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its ketone functionality allows for further chemical modifications.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for aroma chemicals, contributing to floral and fruity notes in fine fragrances and flavor compositions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing heterocycles, chiral ligands, and complex organic frameworks via reactions like alkylation, reduction, and condensation.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent modifier in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyloxyacetone
CAS No.	22539-93-1
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Benzyloxy)-2-propanone; 2-Propanone, 1-(phenylmethoxy)-; Phenmethyl 2-oxoethyl ether; Acetone, benzyloxy-; Benzyl 2-oxoethyl ether; 3-Oxo-1-(phenylmethoxy)propane; (Benzyloxy)acetone
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Quality Control

Our Benzyloxyacetone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.510 - 1.520
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.050 - 1.090
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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