Description

3-Phenoxy-2-Butanone is a versatile aromatic ketone compound with the CAS registry number 6437-85-0. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its reactive carbonyl and phenoxy functional groups. It is essential for R&D chemists and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for aromatic compounds used in perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures, including heterocycles.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or modifier in specialty polymer formulations.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for method development and novel compound discovery.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Phenoxy-2-Butanone
CAS No.	6437-85-0
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butanone, 3-phenoxy-; 3-Phenoxybutan-2-one; Phenoxyacetone, methyl-; Methyl phenoxyacetone; 1-Phenoxy-2-butanone; 3-Phenoxy-2-oxobutane; NSC 163045; FEMA 4593
EINECS	229-212-4

Quality Control

Our 3-Phenoxy-2-Butanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.510 - 1.520
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/mL

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