Description

1,4-Diacetylbenzene is a high-purity aromatic diketone compound, also known as p-diacetylbenzene. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its symmetrical structure, which makes it an excellent building block for synthesizing advanced organic materials and functional polymers. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for research and production purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and specialty resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing conjugated systems, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other complex organic molecules in R&D laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specific organic dyes and colorants.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors and photovoltaic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Diacetylbenzene
CAS No.	1009-61-6
Molecular Formula	C10H10O2
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Diacetylbenzene; 1,4-Di(acetyl)benzene; 1,4-Bis(acetyl)benzene; p-Diacetylbenzol; p-Xylylene Glycol Diacetate (related); 4-Acetylacetophenone (isomer); 1009-61-6; Diacetylbenzene
EINECS	213-770-2

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Diacetylbenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for sensitive synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	113 - 117 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.