Description
3’-Hydroxyacetophenone is a chemical compound and it is a component of castoreum, the exudate from the castor sacs of the mature beaver. It is used in the synthesis and preparation of chalcones and flavonoids as anti-tuberculosis agents, as well as antileishmanial chaocones.
Chemical Properties
beige-brown crystalline powder
Uses
3?Hydroxyacetophenone is used in the preparation of chalcones and flavonoids, which finds application as an anti-tuberculosis agent and antileishmanial chaocones. It is also involved in the preparation of phenylephrine. Further, it is an active component of castoreum, which is used as a tincture in some perfumes and as a food additive.
Uses
Useful in the preparation of chalcones, flavonoids, and phenylephrine. It is an active component of castoreum, which is used as a tincture in some perfumes and as a food additive.
Uses
3’Hydroxyacetophenone is a chemical reagent used in the synthesis and preparation of chalcones and flavonoids as anti-tuberculosis agents, as well as antileishmanial chaocones.
Preparation
Preparation by diazotization of 3-aminoacetophenone, followed by hydrolysis of the obtained diazonium salt (78–82%).
General Description
3′-Hydroxyacetophenone is an hydroxy-substituted alkyl phenyl ketone.
Flammability and Explosibility
Non flammable
