Description

3-Pentanone, 1,5-Bis(3-Hydroxyphenyl)- is a specialized diketone derivative featuring two phenolic hydroxyl groups, offering a unique bifunctional chemical architecture. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing advanced polymers, ligands, and pharmaceutical scaffolds due to its reactive ketone and phenolic sites. It is needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and high-performance polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty resins, epoxy hardeners, and high-temperature polymers.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in developing advanced organic electronic materials and photoactive compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pentanone, 1,5-Bis(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-
CAS No.	1427054-08-7
Molecular Formula	C17H16O3
Molecular Weight	268.31 g/mol
Synonyms	1,5-Bis(3-hydroxyphenyl)-3-pentanone; 1,5-Di(3-hydroxyphenyl)pentan-3-one; 3-Pentanone, 1,5-bis(3-hydroxyphenyl)-; Bis(3-hydroxyphenyl) 3-pentanone; 3-Hydroxybenzylacetone dimer (related structure); Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Pentanone, 1,5-Bis(3-Hydroxyphenyl)- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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