Description

4-Formylbenzophenone is a versatile aromatic ketone-aldehyde building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a formyl and a benzophenone group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzophenone or diaryl ketone backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Development: Serves as a core structure for creating photoactive compounds used in coatings, inks, and polymer curing.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Building block for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Intermediate in the production of materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photoconductors.
• Crosslinking Agent: Used in the formulation of high-performance resins and polymers requiring specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in fine chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Formylbenzophenone
CAS No.	20912-50-9
Molecular Formula	C14H10O2
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Benzoylbenzaldehyde; p-Formylbenzophenone; 4-Benzoylbenzaldehyde; Benzophenone-4-carboxaldehyde; (4-Benzoylphenyl)methanal; p-Benzoylbenzaldehyde; 4'-Formylbenzophenone; 4-Carboxybenzophenone (precursor name)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Formylbenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

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, strong bases, and sources of ignition. 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	105 - 110 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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