Description

Benzophenone 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone is a specialized organic derivative of benzophenone, primarily utilized as a key analytical reagent and synthetic intermediate. Its core value lies in its ability to form stable, colored derivatives with carbonyl compounds, making it indispensable for qualitative and quantitative analysis. This compound is essential for research and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and academic sectors that require precise detection and characterization of aldehydes and ketones.

Application

• Primary reagent for the derivatization and spectrophotometric determination of carbonyl compounds (aldehydes and ketones).
• Analytical standard in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Thin-Layer Chromatography (TLC) for method development and validation.
• Key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex hydrazone-based compounds for research applications.
• Used in environmental testing for the analysis of airborne carbonyl pollutants.
• Quality control testing in polymer and chemical manufacturing to monitor carbonyl-containing byproducts or impurities.
• Teaching and research tool in academic laboratories for experiments in organic analysis and spectroscopy.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzophenone 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone
CAS No.	1733-62-6
Molecular Formula	C19H14N4O4
Molecular Weight	362.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzophenone 2,4-DNPH; Benzophenone DNP Hydrazone; 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone of Benzophenone; (Diphenylmethanone) 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazone; Benzophenone-2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazone; DNPH derivative of Benzophenone; Benzophenone hydrazone derivative
EINECS	217-075-9

Quality Control

Our Benzophenone 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for analytical applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, minimize exposure to direct light during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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