1-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylethanone, also known as a type of ketone, is characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a methoxy group and two phenyl rings. This compound typically exhibits a white to light yellow crystalline appearance and is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone, but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic nature. The presence of the methoxy group enhances its electron-donating properties, influencing its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis and as a building block in pharmaceuticals. The compound may also display interesting photophysical properties, making it useful in materials science, particularly in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other optoelectronic devices. Additionally, its structural features suggest potential for various chemical reactions, including Friedel-Crafts acylation and other electrophilic aromatic substitutions. Safety data should be reviewed before handling, as with any chemical substance, to ensure proper precautions are taken.

1-(3-methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylethanone

62381-24-2: Ethanone, 1-(3-methoxyphenyl)-2-phenyl-, 1-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylethanone

3'-Methoxy-2-phenylacetophenone is an organic halide that can be used as a catalyst in the electrosynthesis of ketones. 3'-Methoxy-2-phenylacetophenone is a benzyl derivative with an electron withdrawing group attached to the aromatic ring. The benzene ring is substituted with two chlorine atoms and one methoxy group. This compound has been shown to catalyze the electrosynthesis of ketones from halides, such as ethylene, propylene, and butadiene. The catalytic activity of 3'-methoxy-2-phenylacetophenone is derived from its ability to produce radicals on the aromatic ring by oxidation.

CAS 62381-24-2: 1-(3-methoxyphenyl)-2-phenylethanone

3'-Methoxy-2-phenylacetophenone

Ref: 3D-MCA38124

3'-Methoxy-2-phenylacetophenone

Ref: 10-F022859