4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone
Also known as: p-Methoxybenzylacetone, Anisylacetone, 4-(p-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone, 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)butan-2-one, 2-Butanone, 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-, MFCD00008791, EINECS 203-184-2, Para Anisyl Acetone
4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone (CAS 104-20-1) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H14O2 and a molecular weight of 178.228 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 8 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 280.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112.0±13.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 104-20-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-33989-2
- Molecular Formula
- C11H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 178.228 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 8 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 280.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 112.0±13.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.099380 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.59 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.499 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Royer JE, et al. Comparative Trap Catches of Male Bactrocera, Dacus, and Zeugodacus Fruit Flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) With Four Floral Phenylbutanoid Lures (Anisyl Acetone, Cue-Lure, Raspberry Ketone, and Zingerone) in Queensland, Australia. Environ Entomol. 2020 Aug 20;49(4):815-822. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2914509090 |
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| 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 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone?
The CAS number of 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone is 104-20-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone?
4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone has molecular formula C11H14O2 and molecular weight 178.228 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone?
For 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone, Upstream Products: 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-buten-2-one, (E)-4-(4-methoxyphenyl)but-3-en-2-one, 4-Iodoanisole; Downstream Products: Raspberry Ketone, 7-Methoxy-3,4-dihydronaphthalen-2(1H)-one, 6-Methoxy-2-methylquinoline.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone (CAS 104-20-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-33989-2 (accessed 2026-11-07).
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