phenylacetones
Phenylacetone, also known as benzyl methyl ketone or 1-phenylpropan-2-one, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H5CH2COCH3. It is a colorless to pale yellow oily liquid with a characteristic sweet, floral odor. Phenylacetone is a ketone and is structurally related to acetone and benzyl alcohol.
This compound is a precursor in the synthesis of various chemicals, including pharmaceuticals and fragrances. It
Due to its use in the illicit synthesis of amphetamines and methamphetamines, phenylacetone is a controlled