Description

2-Methyl-1-Phenyl-Prop-2-En-1-One CAS NO 769-60-8 is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of α,β-unsaturated ketones. This chemical serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical manufacturers for its reactive vinyl ketone functionality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in R&D for creating novel organic materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-1-Phenyl-Prop-2-En-1-One
CAS No.	769-60-8
Molecular Formula	C10H10O
Molecular Weight	146.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1-phenylprop-2-en-1-one; 2-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-propen-1-one; 1-Phenyl-2-methyl-2-propen-1-one; α-Methylstyryl methyl ketone; Benzylideneacetone, α-methyl-; Isopropenyl phenyl ketone; Phenyl isopropenyl ketone; 769-60-8
EINECS	212-214-5

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Methyl-1-Phenyl-Prop-2-En-1-One adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.