4-Isopropylacetophenone CAS 645-13-6 – High-Purity Liquid Ketone for Fragrance, Pharma

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4-Isopropylacetophenone (systematic name 1-(4-isopropylphenyl)ethan-1-one, CAS 645-13-6) is a transparent, light-yellow to colorless liquid with ≥99 % GC purity and moisture ≤0.20 %.


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4-Isopropylacetophenone, also known as p-Isopropylacetophenone, is a high-performance aromatic ketone widely used in the synthesis of fragrances, flavors, and specialty chemicals. With the chemical formula C10H12O, it features a characteristic structure with an isopropyl group and an acetyl group attached to a benzene ring, making it highly reactive and valuable in organic synthesis.This product appears as a light yellow to colorless transparent liquid, indicating high purity and minimal impurities. Our standard specification ensures 99% minimum purity, with a maximum moisture content of 0.20%, ideal for industrial and research-grade use.

Item Specification
Product Name 4-Isopropylacetophenone
CAS Number 645-13-6
Molecular Formula C10H12O
Molecular Weight 148.20 g/mol
Appearance Light yellow to colorless transparent liquid
Purity (GC) ≥ 99.00%
Moisture Content ≤ 0.20%
Boiling Point 238°C
Density 0.988 g/cm³
Refractive Index 1.513 (at 20°C)
Packaging Options 25kg/drum, 200kg/drum, customized available
Storage Store in a cool, dry, ventilated place
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Parameter Specification Test Method
CAS Number 645-13-6 N/A
Chemical Formula C₁₁H₁₄O Elemental Analysis
Molecular Weight 162.23 g mol⁻¹ Calculated
Appearance Light-yellow to colorless transparent liquid Visual
Purity (GC) ≥99.0 % Internal GC-FID
Moisture (KF) ≤0.20 % Karl Fischer
Refractive Index (20 °C) 1.525 ± 0.002 ASTM D1218
Density (20 °C) 0.973 ± 0.005 g cm⁻³ ASTM D4052
Heavy Metals (as Pb) ≤5 ppm ICP-MS

 

Applications of 4-Isopropylacetophenone

4-Isopropylacetophenone is a versatile intermediate, valued across multiple industries for its performance, reactivity, and safety profile. Below are some of the most common applications:

1. Fragrance Industry

This compound is a crucial raw material for the synthesis of musk and floral notes. It is often used in:

 Fine perfume formulations

 Fragrance intermediates

Aromatic bases for detergents and air fresheners

 2. Chemical Intermediates

Due to its reactive ketone group, it serves as an essential building block in:

 Pharmaceutical intermediates

Agrochemical synthesis

Custom specialty chemicals

3. Research & Development

In academic and industrial R&D laboratories, it’s commonly used for:

Organic reaction mechanisms studies

Development of new catalytic processes


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