Benzyl Acetone, with the CAS number 2550-26-7, is a synthetic aroma chemical commonly used in perfumery for its sweet, floral, and slightly fruity character. It is often employed to enhance the overall complexity of fragrance compositions, particularly in floral and fruity accords. Benzyl Acetone can serve as a middle note, providing a smooth transition between top and base notes in a formula. Its versatility allows it to be used in a variety of fragrance types, from light and airy scents to richer, more opulent compositions. While it is valued for its olfactory properties, it is important to note that Benzyl Acetone may be subject to regulatory scrutiny, as it can be classified under certain safety guidelines. Perfumers should be aware of any applicable IFRA restrictions and consider potential allergenic effects when formulating with this ingredient. As with many synthetic aroma chemicals, proper usage levels should be adhered to in order to ensure safety and compliance in finished products. — AI-generated summary, 2026-09-02.
A soft, warm floral-fruity aromachemical (4-phenyl-2-butanone) with a jasmine-like character edged with strawberry and a mild balsamic sweetness. Rounded and slightly powdery, it adds diffusive lift to white florals without sharpness.AI · claude-opus-4-7
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Perfume and Flavor Chemicals, page 129.
Colorless liquid.
Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils.
Floral-green odor, fresher than that of Benzylacetate, more lasting.
Suggested for use in perfumes as a modifier for Benzylacetate, particularly in soap fragrances. Its somewhat sharper character can at times be an advantage for the more robust job of perfuming a soap.
Produced by many methods, e.g. by Claisen condensation of Benzaldehyde and Acetone, followed by hydrogenation of the formed Benzylidene acetone.