3-Aminoacetophenone

3-Aminoacetophenone

m-Aminoacetophenone; 1-(3-Aminophenyl)ethanone; 3-Acetylaniline; 3-Acetamidobenzene

CAS 99-03-6

Chemical Formula C8H9NO

Molecular Weight 135.16 g/mol

3-Aminoacetophenone is an aromatic organic compound known for its unique dual functionality — an amino group and a ketone group on a benzene ring. This makes it a powerful intermediate in organic synthesis, where it serves as a valuable building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes, and specialty chemicals. Thanks to its reactive nature and structural versatility, it's a go-to molecule in both research and industrial applications.
 

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Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Intermediate for API Synthesis: Used in the preparation of several pharmaceutical actives, especially in developing antipsychotic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic drugs.
  • Building Block in Drug Discovery: Serves as a valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry programs exploring benzene ring substitutions.
  • Research Compound: Used in preclinical research for synthesizing novel CNS-active molecules with potential therapeutic value.

2. Agrochemicals

  • Pesticide Intermediate: Plays a role in the development of selective herbicides and insecticides, especially those based on aromatic amine derivatives.
  • Plant Growth Regulator Base: Used in the synthesis of regulatory molecules that influence plant metabolism and stress responses.

3. Paints, Coatings & Adhesives 

  • Azo Dye Synthesis: Acts as a key component in the production of azo dyes by undergoing diazotization and coupling reactions.
  • Textile & Leather Coloring: Used in the formulation of specialty dyes for fabrics and leather with high affinity for fibers.

4. Flavors & Fragrances

  • Fragrance Intermediate: Although not aromatic in smell itself, it is used to build musky or floral aldehydes and ketones in perfumery chemistry.
  • Flavor Compound Synthesis: Employed in developing synthetic notes for industrial flavoring agents.


 

Specifications

ASSAY ≥ 98.0%
Appearance Pale yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Odor Mild, aromatic
Boiling Point 285 °C (approx.)
Melting Point 86–90 °C
Density 1.16 g/cm³ (approx.)
Solubility Soluble in ethanol and ether; slightly soluble in water
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point >110 °C

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