trans-4-Phenyl-3-buten-2-one

Agent Name
trans-4-Phenyl-3-buten-2-one
CAS Number
1896-62-4
Formula
C10-H10-O
Major Category
Other Classes
trans-4-Phenyl-3-buten-2-one formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Methyl trans-styryl ketone; TPBO; trans-4-Phenyl-3-butene-2-one; trans-Benzalacetone; trans-Benzylidenacetone; trans-Benzylideneacetone; 3-Buten-2-one, 4-phenyl-, (E)-; trans-4-Phenylbut-3-en-2-one; [ChemIDplus] (3E)-4-Phenylbut-3-en-2-one; [NTP]
Category
Aromatic Ketones
Description
Solid with an odor like coumarin; [Merck Index] Yellowish solid; [Acros Organics MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used in perfumes and flavors and as a reagent; [Merck Index]
Comments
No evidence of carcinogenicity in mice or rats (dermal exposure); [NTP] An irritant; [Merck Index] An irritant; May cause skin and respiratory sensitization; [Acros Organics MSDS]
Reference Link #1
Antigenic competition in the induction of contact sensitivity in the guinea pig.
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
0.009 mm Hg

Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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