Description

1-(4-Methoxy-Phenyl)-3-Phenyl-Propynone is a high-purity organic chemical building block characterized by its chalcone-like structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a core structure or intermediate in the synthesis of electron-transport or emissive layer materials.
• Material Science: Building block for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and nonlinear optical (NLO) materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Utilized as a scaffold or linker in the design of molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research tool for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Methoxy-Phenyl)-3-Phenyl-Propynone
CAS No.	16616-43-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	236.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxychalcone; (E)-1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-phenylprop-2-en-1-one; 3-Phenyl-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-propen-1-one; p-Methoxychalcone; 4'-Methoxychalcone; NSC 406566; 4-Methoxybenzylideneacetophenone
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Methoxy-Phenyl)-3-Phenyl-Propynone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.