Description

1-Phenyl-2-Diazo-1,3-Butanedione is a specialized diazo compound with a unique molecular structure that serves as a versatile building block and reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a precursor for generating carbenes or as a coupling agent, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This high-purity chemical is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to innovate and optimize synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Advanced Material Development: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the research of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a carbene source or a 1,3-dicarbonyl equivalent in cycloaddition and coupling reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Utilized in the synthesis of diazo dyes and high-performance organic pigments.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Phenyl-2-Diazo-1,3-Butanedione
CAS No.	2009-96-3
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Phenyl-2-diazo-1,3-butanedione; 2-Diazo-1-phenyl-1,3-butanedione; 2-Diazo-1-phenylbutane-1,3-dione; α-Diazoacetophenone acetyl; Diazoacetylacetophenone; Phenyl diazomalonyl; Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Phenyl-2-Diazo-1,3-Butanedione is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, IR for identification, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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