Product Overview

Benzalacetone is a reactive α,β-unsaturated ketone widely used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its conjugated double bond system gives it distinctive chemical reactivity, making it a useful precursor for many downstream products in pharmaceuticals, flavors & fragrances, agrochemicals, and fine chemical industries.

Also known as 4-phenyl-3-buten-2-one, it serves as a versatile building block in condensation reactions, heterocycle synthesis, and medicinal chemistry pathways.

Key Features

✔ High Purity & Consistency – Suitable for rigorous synthesis requirements

✔ Reactive α,β-Unsaturated Ketone – Enables Michael addition, aldol condensation, etc.

✔ Good Solubility Profile – Mixes well with organic solvents

✔ Stable Under Normal Storage – Easy to handle and transport

✔ Broad Application Potential – Used across multiple industry segments

Applications

1) Pharmaceutical Intermediate

Benzalacetone is widely used as a building block in the synthesis of:

• Analgesics and anti-inflammatory agents

• Heterocyclic compounds

• Pharmaceutical APIs requiring conjugated ketone structures

Its reactivity is especially useful in constructing complex frameworks in medicinal chemistry.

2) Flavors & Fragrances

In flavor and fragrance chemistry, Benzalacetone contributes to:

• Floral and sweet aroma bases

• Fragrance intermediates with enhanced olfactory profiles

• Precursors for scent modification reactions

Quality and batch consistency are critical to ensure odor stability in formulations.

3) Fine Chemicals & Materials

Benzalacetone is used in:

• Organic syntheses requiring α,β-unsaturated carbonyl intermediates

• Production of specialty dyes and pigments

• Polymer precursor systems

Typical Specifications

Available in different grades (industrial, research, high purity) depending on needs.

Packaging & Supply

• Standard Packaging: 25 kg drums, 200 kg drums

• Bulk Supply: IBC / ISO tanks available

• OEM / Custom Label: Supported

• Logistics: Sea and air freight supported

FAQ – Buyer Guidance

Q1: What is Benzalacetone used for?
It is mainly used as a chemical intermediate in pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and fine chemical synthesis.

Q2: Is it suitable for flavor formulation?
Yes, high-purity grades contribute to fragrance and flavor base synthesis.

Q3: Can it be used in agrochemical synthesis?
Yes, its reactive ketone structure promotes multiple synthetic pathways relevant to crop protection chemicals.

Q4: Do you provide bulk supply and documentation?
Yes — bulk supply is available, along with COA, MSDS, and TDS.

Q5: Is customized packaging supported?
Yes — OEM / private labeling is available on request.