Description

1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(4-Methylphenyl)Ethan-1-One is a high-purity organic ketone compound, serving as a crucial advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile aromatic backbone for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This product is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis and novel compound library development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its chlorophenyl and methylphenyl motifs.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic ligands, liquid crystals, or advanced polymeric materials due to its rigid aromatic structure.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and verification.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and combinatorial chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(4-Methylphenyl)Ethan-1-One
CAS No.	15221-84-8
Molecular Formula	C15H13ClO
Molecular Weight	244.72 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Chloro-4-Methylbenzophenone; 1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(p-Tolyl)Ethanone; p-Chlorophenyl p-Tolyl Ketone; 4-Chlorophenyl 4-Methylphenyl Ketone; (4-Chlorophenyl)(4-methylphenyl)methanone; NSC 403119; Benzophenone, 4'-chloro-4-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(4-Methylphenyl)Ethan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	88 - 92 °C
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.