Phenylacetone
Synonym(s):Benzyl methyl ketone;Phenyl-2-propanone;Phenylacetone
- CAS NO.:103-79-7
- Empirical Formula: C9H10O
- Molecular Weight: 134.18
- MDL number: MFCD00017249
- EINECS: 203-144-4
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2024-12-18 14:08:52
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What is Phenylacetone?
Description
Phenylacetone (exempt preparation) (Item No. 16444) is an analytical reference standard categorized as a precursor in the synthesis of amphetamine and methamphetamine. Phenylacetone is regulated as a Schedule II compound in the United States. Phenylacetone (exempt preparation) (Item No. 16444) is provided as a DEA exempt preparation. This product is intended for research and forensic applications.
Chemical properties
1-Phenyl-2-propanone is a colorless liquid with a pleasant odor; it is insoluble in water and soluble in organic solvents.
The Uses of Phenylacetone
A metabolite of Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate.
The Uses of Phenylacetone
In organic synthesis; production of benzyl radicals by photolysis.
Definition
ChEBI: Phenylacetone is a propanone that is propan-2-one substituted by a phenyl group at position 1. It is a member of propanones and a methyl ketone.
Production Methods
1-Phenyl-2-propanone is produced by catalytic ketonization of phenylacetic acid with acetic acid over an alumina-supported cerium oxide catalyst at 400 – 500℃. It may also be produced by the rearrangement of phenylpropylene oxide on zeolites or oxidation of 2-phenylpropanol.
Properties of Phenylacetone
Melting point: | -15 °C |
Boiling point: | 216 °C |
Density | 1.003 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.) |
refractive index | 1.5155-1.5175 |
Flash point: | 83°C |
storage temp. | Controlled Substance, -20°C Freezer |
solubility | DMSO: 30 mg/ml; Ethanol: 30 mg/ml; Methanol: 50 mg/ml |
Water Solubility | Insoluble |
BRN | 742120 |
CAS DataBase Reference | 103-79-7(CAS DataBase Reference) |
NIST Chemistry Reference | Benzyl methyl ketone(103-79-7) |
EPA Substance Registry System | 2-Propanone, 1-phenyl- (103-79-7) |
Safety information for Phenylacetone
Signal word | Warning |
Pictogram(s) |
![]() Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 |
GHS Hazard Statements |
H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
Precautionary Statement Codes |
P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P337+P313:IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. |
Computed Descriptors for Phenylacetone
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