Description

4-tert-Butyl-4'-Fluorobenzophenone is a high-purity, specialty organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, distinguished by its tert-butyl and fluoro substituents. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable and versatile intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams, as well as production chemists, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a fluorinated benzophenone core for enhanced bioactivity and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can improve compound efficacy and environmental profile.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Precursor: Serves as a critical intermediate for manufacturing photoinitiators used in inks, coatings, and adhesives, as well as for creating high-performance UV stabilizers for plastics.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), due to its stable, conjugated structure.
• Polymer Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing thermal stability or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry, facilitating cross-coupling reactions and the construction of complex molecular frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-tert-Butyl-4'-Fluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	16574-58-6
Molecular Formula	C17H17FO
Molecular Weight	256.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4'-fluorobenzophenone; 4'-Fluoro-4-tert-butylbenzophenone; (4-(tert-Butyl)phenyl)(4-fluorophenyl)methanone; p-tert-Butyl-p'-fluorobenzophenone; 1-(4-(tert-Butyl)phenyl)-2-(4-fluorophenyl)ethanedione (tautomeric form); 4-tert-Butyl-4'-fluorodiphenyl ketone; 4-(tert-Butyl)benzoyl-4'-fluorobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-tert-Butyl-4'-Fluorobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliable supply and traceability for demanding industrial and research applications.

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 acids, and strong bases. 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	Contact for details
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.