1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanone, CAS No. 579-74-8

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579-74-8

Catalog No. EBD17954

CAS 579-74-8

Name 1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanone

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 2'-Methoxyacetophenone o-Acetanisole o-Acetylanisole 2-Methoxyacetophenone 2[-Methoxyacetophenone 1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)ethanone 2-acetanisole 2-acetylanisole

Molecular Formula: C9H10O2

Molecular Weight: 150.17

MDL Number: MFCD00008725

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Aldehydes and Ketones Functional Chemicals > Consumer & Industrial Chemicals > Fragrances and Flavors

Product Description:

2'-Methoxyacetophenone is an aromatic ketone characterized by a methoxy group at the ortho position of the acetophenone core. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic sweet, floral, and slightly spicy odor reminiscent of hawthorn or heliotrope. Its primary industrial application is as a fragrance ingredient and flavoring agent. The compound is valued in perfumery for its sweet, floral, and slightly powdery scent, contributing to floral, hawthorn, and heliotrope accords. It is also used in the formulation of soaps, detergents, and cosmetic products. In the flavor industry, it is employed to impart sweet, fruity, and nutty notes. From a synthetic chemistry perspective, it serves as a versatile building block, particularly in the synthesis of more complex aromatic compounds, heterocycles, and pharmaceuticals via reactions such as aldol condensations or reductions. The compound should be handled with care as it may cause skin and eye irritation. It is typically stored in a cool, well-ventilated area away from strong oxidizers.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 131 °C/18 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 109 °C

Density: 1.09 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Solubility: immiscible

Refractivity: n20/D 1.5393(lit.)

Analytical Data

Appearance: clear slightly yellow to orange liquid