o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98%

Name: o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019290

About o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98%

o-Hydroxy acetophenone (CAS 118-93-4) is an aroma chemical offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) with a typical assay of 98%. With the molecular formula C8H8O2, it has a molar mass of 136.15 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-(2-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone. It is also known as 2-Acetylphenol or 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone.

The material typically appears as a colourless to orange to blue green liquid. Literature values give a melting point of 3-6 °C and a density of 1.133 g/mL at 20 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Available in 100 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL and 5 kg packs, o-Hydroxy acetophenone is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019290
CAS Number	118-93-4
IUPAC name	1-(2-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone
Molecular formula	C₈H₈O₂
Molecular weight	136.15 g/mol
Exact mass	136.0524
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29143990
InChIKey	JECYUBVRTQDVAT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1O
PubChem CID	8375

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to orange to blue green liquid
Melting point	3-6 °C
Density	1.133 g/mL at 20 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	2-Acetylphenol, 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone, 1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)Ethan-1-One, o-Hydroxyphenyl methyl ketone, 2-Hydroxyphenyl methyl ketone, Ethanone, 1-(2-hydroxyphenyl)-, Methyl 2-hydroxyphenyl ketone, 2-hydroxy-1-phenyl-ethanone, 2-hydroxy-1-phenylethanone, 2-Hydroxyacetophenone, Benzoylcarbinol, Glycolophenone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98% is 118-93-4. It is also known as 2-Acetylphenol, 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone, 1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)Ethan-1-One.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98%?

o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98% has the molecular formula C8H8O2 and a molecular weight of 136.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-(2-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone.

Which grade and pack sizes of o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98% can I order?

We supply o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 100 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. o-Hydroxy acetophenone, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.