Description

2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzophenone is a highly fluorinated aromatic ketone that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique perfluorinated phenyl ring imparts exceptional electron-withdrawing properties and stability, making it a valuable precursor for high-performance materials. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the development of fluorinated components for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) to improve charge transport and thermal stability.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporation into polymer backbones to create specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, low surface energy, and improved dielectric properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Advanced Material Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorinated aromatic systems with unique optoelectronic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	1536-23-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₅F₅O
Molecular Weight	272.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentafluorobenzophenone; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenyl Phenyl Ketone; Benzophenone, 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluoro-; Perfluorobenzophenone; (Pentafluorophenyl)(phenyl)methanone; NSC 404087; Pentafluorobenzoylbenzene
EINECS	216-267-9

Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °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.