1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-2-propen-1-one

Also known as: 4'-Methoxychalcone, (E)-1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenylprop-2-en-1-one, Benzylidene-4'-methoxyacetophenone, alpha-Styryl p-anisyl ketone, NSC 37157

1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-2-propen-1-one (CAS 959-23-9) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H14O2 and a molecular weight of 238.28100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 101-103 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 397.5ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.114g/cm3 and a flash point of 180.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 959-23-9
Jingsj CID: J-27340-5
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight: 238.28100 g/mol
Category: Ketones
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	101-103 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	397.5ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.114g/cm3
Flash Point	180.5ºC
Exact Mass	238.09900
PSA	26.30000
LogP	3.59130
Refractive Index	1.606

Activity & Biological Data

Target	PPARγ[1]
Additional Information	[1]. Han Y, et al. Regulatory effects of 4-methoxychalcone on adipocyte differentiation through PPARγ activation and reverse effect on TNF-α in 3T3-L1 cells. Food Chem Toxicol. 2017 Aug;106(Pt A):17-24.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2914509090
Summary	HS:2914509090 other ketones with other oxygen function VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-2-propen-1-one?

The CAS number of 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-2-propen-1-one is 959-23-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-2-propen-1-one?

1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-2-propen-1-one has molecular formula C16H14O2 and molecular weight 238.28100 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-2-propen-1-one?

For 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenyl-2-propen-1-one, Upstream Products: Cinnamoyl chloride, Anisole, 4'-Methoxyacetophenone; Downstream Products: Cinnamonitrile, 4-Methoxybenzoic acid, benzoic acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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