Description

1-(2,4-Dihydroxy-Phenyl)-2-(4-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-Ethanone is a high-purity trihydroxy aromatic ketone compound, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique phenolic structure makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with polyphenolic or antioxidant activity frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenolic reactivity.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Serves as a starting material for manufacturing advanced light stabilizers and ultraviolet absorbers for polymers and coatings.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic research for constructing complex natural product analogs, ligands, and specialty dyes.
• Antioxidant Research: Acts as a model compound or intermediate in the development of synthetic antioxidants for materials science and cosmetic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2,4-Dihydroxy-Phenyl)-2-(4-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-Ethanone
CAS No.	17720-60-4
Molecular Formula	C14H12O4
Molecular Weight	244.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2',4',4-Trihydroxydesoxybenzoin; 1-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone; 2,4,4'-Trihydroxydeoxybenzoin; 4-Hydroxy-2',4'-dihydroxydesoxybenzoin; Desoxybenzoin, 2',4',4-trihydroxy-; (4-Hydroxyphenyl)(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)methanone
EINECS	241-728-6

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(2,4-Dihydroxy-Phenyl)-2-(4-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-Ethanone adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality system is designed to support applications requiring high-purity intermediates, including those under cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	185 - 190 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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