Pyruvophenone

About Pyruvophenone

Pyruvophenone is a carbonyl building block carrying the CAS registry number 579-07-7. The compound has the formula C9H8O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 148.16 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-phenylpropane-1,2-dione. It is also known as 1-Phenyl-1,2-propanedione or Acetylbenzoyl.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination and API intermediates. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, Pyruvophenone is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Pyruvophenone
Catalogue No.	VQ-038972
CAS Number	579-07-7
IUPAC name	1-phenylpropane-1,2-dione
Molecular formula	C₉H₈O₂
Molecular weight	148.16 g/mol
Exact mass	148.0524
InChIKey	BVQVLAIMHVDZEL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)C(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1
PubChem CID	11363

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	34.1 Å²
Synonyms	1-Phenyl-1,2-propanedione, Acetylbenzoyl, Acetyl benzoyl, Benzoylacetyl, 1,2-Propanedione, 1-phenyl-, Methylphenylglyoxal, Benzoyl methyl ketone, Phenylmethyldiketone, Methyl phenyl diketone, 3-Phenyl-2,3-propanedione, Methyl phenyl glyoxal, Phenyl methyl diketone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403

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 Pyruvophenone?

The CAS Registry Number of Pyruvophenone is 579-07-7. It is also known as 1-Phenyl-1,2-propanedione, Acetylbenzoyl, Acetyl benzoyl.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pyruvophenone?

Pyruvophenone has the molecular formula C9H8O2 and a molecular weight of 148.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-phenylpropane-1,2-dione.

Which grade and pack sizes of Pyruvophenone can I order?

We supply Pyruvophenone, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Pyruvophenone?

Yes. Every lot of Pyruvophenone 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 Pyruvophenone be shipped internationally?

Yes. Pyruvophenone 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.