1-Phenyl-2-Propanone / Phenylacetone
Phenylacetone, sometimes abbreviated P2P is an organic compound. It is a clear oil with a refractive index of 1.5168. This chemical is used in the manufacture of methamphetamine and amphetamine. Due to the illicit uses in clandestine chemistry, it was made a controlled substance.
Properties of Phenylacetone
- Molecular formula: C9H10O
- CAS No.: 103-79-7
- The molecular weight of Phenylacetone is 134.18 g/mol.
- The boiling point of Phenylacetone is 216°C
- Specific gravity: 1.006 gm/
- It is a colorless oil that is soluble in organic solvents.
- It is slightly soluble in water
Applications of Phenylacetone
- Used as an organic intermediate for the synthesis of the enemy rat sodium salt; Pharmaceutical intermediates for the synthesis of amphetamine, phenylisopropylamine, etc.