Description

3-Benzoylphthalide is a specialized organic compound belonging to the phthalide class, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both benzoyl and phthalide moieties, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale production facilities focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED device fabrication.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A crucial reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzoylphthalide
CAS No.	18398-22-6
Molecular Formula	C15H10O3
Molecular Weight	238.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Benzoyl-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone; 2-(Benzoyl)benzoic acid γ-lactone; 3-Benzoylphthalide; 1(3H)-Isobenzofuranone, 3-benzoyl-; Phthalide, 3-benzoyl-; NSC 163022
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Benzoylphthalide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided with every shipment.

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	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%

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