Description

2-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)-1-(3-Fluorophenyl)Ethanone is a high-purity trifluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise molecular architecture makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate unique fluorinated motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology therapeutic areas where fluorination modulates bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the fluorine atoms to enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic cores for electronic and optoelectronic applications, contributing to improved performance in display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with enhanced thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile building block in medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and route scouting.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research focused on the reactivity and applications of polyfluorinated aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)-1-(3-Fluorophenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	1517619-41-8
Molecular Formula	C14H9F3O
Molecular Weight	250.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-(3,4-difluorophenyl)ethanone; 3',4'-Difluoro-3-fluorobenzophenone; 2-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)-1-(3-fluorophenyl)ethan-1-one; 3-Fluoro-3',4'-difluorobenzophenone; (3-Fluorophenyl)(3,4-difluorophenyl)methanone (tautomeric form); Trifluorinated Benzophenone Derivative; CAS 1517619-41-8
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Quality Control

Our 2-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)-1-(3-Fluorophenyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for advanced intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. 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
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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