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4-Hydroxybenzylideneacetone, 97%
Description
4-Hydroxybenzylideneacetone is used in the synthesis of 4-(4-hydroxy-phenyl)-butan-2-one. This reaction needs the reagents of cyclohexane and AlCl3, and the solvent of CH2Cl2.
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4-Hydroxybenzylideneacetone is used in the synthesis of 4-(4-hydroxy-phenyl)-butan-2-one. This reaction needs the reagents of cyclohexane and AlCl3, and the solvent of CH2Cl2.
Solubility
Optimally soluble in aqueous solvents.
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 106°C to 111°C |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| Beilstein | 2412544 |
| Solubility Information | Optimally soluble in aqueous solvents. |
| IUPAC Name | (3E)-4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)but-3-en-2-one |
| Formula Weight | 162.19 |
| Percent Purity | 97% |
| Chemical Name or Material | 4-Hydroxybenzylideneacetone |
Safety and Handling
- 4-Hydroxybenzylideneacetone
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 4-Hydroxybenzylideneacetone
RUO – Research Use Only
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