4phenylbutan2one

4phenylbutan2one, also known as benzylacetone, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C10H12O. It is a ketone with a phenyl group attached to the fourth carbon atom of a butane chain, and the carbonyl group is located at the second carbon. This compound is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature. It has a sweet, floral odor and is used as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics. Industrially, it can be synthesized through various methods, including the Friedel-Crafts acylation of benzene with 4-chlorobutan-2-one or the reaction of benzyl magnesium chloride with acetylacetone. 4phenylbutan2one is also a precursor in the synthesis of other organic compounds. Its chemical properties are typical of ketones, undergoing reactions such as reduction and enolization. While it finds applications in the fragrance industry, its use and handling should be done with appropriate safety precautions as with any chemical substance.