
Catalog Number	AR01IZXT
Chemical Name	2-Propen-1-one, 2-methyl-1-(4-methylphenyl)-
CAS Number	62834-89-3
Molecular Formula	C11H12O
Molecular Weight	160.2124
MDL Number	MFCD20921195
SMILES	Cc1ccc(cc1)C(=O)C(=C)C

The application of 2-Propen-1-one, 2-methyl-1-(4-methylphenyl)- in chemical synthesis lies in its versatile reactivity as a key building block. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate in the production of various organic compounds due to its ability to undergo diverse chemical reactions. It can participate in condensation reactions, nucleophilic addition reactions, and various transformations to introduce specific functional groups into the final product. In organic synthesis, 2-Propen-1-one, 2-methyl-1-(4-methylphenyl)- acts as a pivotal starting material for the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, fragrances, and other fine chemicals by providing a platform for structural modifications and derivatization to create new molecules with desired properties. Its unique structure and reactivity make it a crucial component in the toolbox of synthetic chemists for designing and developing novel compounds with potential applications across various industries.