(4-Nitrophenyl)acetone

CAS: 5332-96-7

Ref. 3D-FN69957

Product Information

• Name: (4-Nitrophenyl)acetone
• Synonyms: 1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-propan-2-one
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 4-Nitrophenylacetone is a hypoglycemic agent that is used for the treatment of diabetes mellitus. It has been shown to be effective in vivo and in vitro studies at low concentrations. The mechanism of action is not well understood, but it may have effects on insulin sensitivity and the release of insulin from pancreatic beta cells, as well as an effect on the liver. 4-Nitrophenylacetone has been shown to have organocatalytic properties that allow it to catalyze acylation reactions with acetanilides or amides. This reaction produces iminium ion intermediates that can be hydrolyzed by water to form a variety of products, including carboxylic acids, amides, and nitriles.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 179.17 g/mol
• Formula: C₉H₉NO₃
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder