Description

3,4-Dichloro-4'-Fluorobenzophenone is a high-purity, multi-halogenated benzophenone derivative serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which enables the construction of complex molecules with tailored properties for demanding applications. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the halogenated benzophenone core contributes to bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialty chemicals used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), where its structure aids in modulating electronic properties.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Employed to synthesize photoinitiators or cross-linking agents for UV-curable coatings, inks, and advanced polymer composites.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions, catalytic processes, and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichloro-4'-Fluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	157428-51-8
Molecular Formula	C13H7Cl2FO
Molecular Weight	269.10 g/mol
Synonyms	(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)(4-fluorophenyl)methanone; 4-Fluoro-3',4'-dichlorobenzophenone; 4'-Fluoro-3,4-dichlorobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3,4-dichloro-4'-fluoro-; 3,4-Dichloro-4-fluorobenzophenone; 4-Fluorophenyl 3,4-dichlorophenyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,4-Dichloro-4'-Fluorobenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and purity. Our standard grade typically meets a high purity specification suitable for industrial synthesis and advanced R&D. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

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 and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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