Synonym(s)
1-(4-methylphenyl)-ethanone; 4-methylacetophenone; 4'-methylacetophenones; CAS number: 122-00-9; Esberiven; Melil Valley
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p-Methyl acetophenone is a substance with a pleasantly sweet smell similar to that of hawthorn flowers or anisaldehyde. Its structure is derived from that of anisole. p-Methyl acetophenone additionally has an acetyl group in para position to the methoxy group. In nature, p-methyl acetophenone is found in beaver's geil, a glandular secretion of beaver.
The substance is used in cosmetic products. It has a masking effect (reduces or inhibits an unwanted inherent odour or taste of the product).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer