Acetophenone

Description

1. Product Overview:
   Acetophenone is a clear, high-boiling-point aromatic ketone serving as a critical intermediate in pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and specialty resins. Its primary industrial use lies in the synthesis of styrene monomers, fixatives for fine fragrances, and photoinitiators for UV-curing coatings. The key value proposition is its exceptional solvency and thermal stability, which reduce processing variability. Strategically, it is indispensable for manufacturers requiring consistent reactivity in downstream polymerization or controlled-release formulations.

   Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics:

   • Chemical composition: C₈H₈O (Methyl phenyl ketone)

   • Purity grade: ≥99.5% (GC), industrial & fine chemical grade

   • Physical form: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid

   • Density: 1.025–1.028 g/mL at 20°C

   • Boiling point: 202°C (consistent distillation profile)

   • Packaging options: 200 kg net HDPE drums, IBC totes (1,000 kg), ISO tank containers

   • Shelf life: 24 months when stored under nitrogen in sealed, dry conditions away from light

   Core Industrial Applications:

   • Fragrance & flavor industry: Serves as a non-reactive fixative in soaps, detergents, and fine perfumes, outperforming cyclic ketones due to lower volatility and higher flash point.

   • Pharmaceutical intermediates: Key precursor for phenylethyl alcohol and certain sedative-hypnotic agents; preferred for its minimal byproduct profile in catalytic hydrogenation.

   • Specialty resins & coatings: Acts as a photoinitiator solvent in UV-curable inks and adhesives, offering faster cure rates than acetophenone alternatives like benzophenone derivatives at comparable cost.

   • Electronics chemicals: Used in stripping formulations for photoresist removal, where high purity prevents trace metal contamination.

   Competitive Advantages:

   • Strict <0.1% water content and <50 ppm total impurity spec ensures batch-to-batch reaction consistency.

   • Dedicated tank farm and rail-fed logistics guarantee 98% on-time delivery for contract volumes.

   • ISO 9001:2025 certified with full Certificates of Analysis (COA) per shipment, including residual benzene and chlorinated byproduct testing.

   • Pricing structured for long-term off-take agreements, with 40% lower supply volatility versus spot market sources.

   Commercial & Supply Information:

   • Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 20 metric tons (bulk, single grade)

   • Loading capacity: 20–22 MT per standard 20-foot container (IBC or drum configuration); 24 MT per ISO tank container