4-Methylpropiophenone, CAS 5337-93-9, is an aromatic ketone intermediate used in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis, as well as a precursor for photoinitiators and UV-curable systems. Confirm the required specification and handling requirements for the intended reaction.
4-Methylpropiophenone CAS 5337-93-9
- CAS: 5337-93-9
- Synonyms: p-Methylpropiophenone, 1-(4-Methylphenyl)propan-1-one, Ethyl p-tolyl ketone, 4-Methylphenyl ethyl ketone
- Einecs: 226-267-5
- Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O
- Grade: Industrial grade 99%
- Package: 200kg iron drum or 50kg plastic drum packing
Product Description
4-Methylpropiophenone is an aromatic ketone identified by CAS 5337-93-9 and EC/EINECS 226-267-5.
Synonyms: p-Methylpropiophenone; 1-(4-Methylphenyl)propan-1-one; Ethyl p-tolyl ketone; 4-Methylphenyl ethyl ketone.
CAS: 5337-93-9.
Molecular formula: C₁₀H₁₂O.
Molecular weight: 148.20.
EC number: 226-267-5.
It normally appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid.
Typical properties include melting point about 7.2 °C, boiling point about 238-239 °C, density about 0.993 g/mL, flash point about 96-109 °C, and refractive index about 1.528.
It is mainly used as an organic synthesis intermediate in pharmaceutical, fine chemical, fragrance and specialty chemical production.
It also serves as a precursor for photoinitiators and UV-curable coating systems and can be used in electrocarboxylation and related transformations.
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What is 4-Methylpropiophenone CAS 5337-93-9?
A: 4-Methylpropiophenone is an aromatic ketone with CAS 5337-93-9, molecular formula C₁₀H₁₂O and molecular weight about 148.2. It is also called p-methylpropiophenone, 1-(4-methylphenyl)propan-1-one or ethyl p-tolyl ketone and normally appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid. -
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What is 4-Methylpropiophenone used for?
A: It is mainly used as an organic synthesis intermediate in pharmaceutical, fine chemical, fragrance and specialty chemical production. It also serves as a precursor for photoinitiators and UV-curable coating systems and can be used in electrocarboxylation and related professional transformations. -
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What specifications should be checked when buying 4-Methylpropiophenone?
A: Confirm the assay, appearance and color, related positional isomers, residual solvent or water, boiling range and refractive index. The industrial product is commonly supplied at about 99% purity, so the required application and downstream reaction conditions should determine the final specification. -
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How should 4-Methylpropiophenone be stored and handled?
A: Store 4-Methylpropiophenone in a cool, dry, ventilated area in tightly closed containers away from strong oxidizers, heat, sparks and open flames. Use suitable chemical-resistant PPE and ventilation, avoid unnecessary exposure, and follow applicable spill and disposal requirements.
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