Description

2,4-Dimethoxy-4Hydroxybenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, known for its unique photochemical properties. This chemical matters as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, offering critical performance in applications requiring UV absorption or specific chemical reactivity. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced material synthesis need this high-purity compound for research, development, and manufacturing processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• UV Absorber / Light Stabilizer: Functions as an additive in polymers, coatings, and personal care formulations to protect against photodegradation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Photoinitiator Component: Employed in UV-curable inks, adhesives, and resins for polymerization reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material: Used in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and display components.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethoxy-4Hydroxybenzophenone
CAS No.	21147-23-9
Molecular Formula	C15H14O4
Molecular Weight	258.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-2,4'-dimethoxybenzophenone; 2,4'-Dimethoxy-4-hydroxybenzophenone; Benzophenone, 4-hydroxy-2,4'-dimethoxy-; 4-Hydroxy-2,4'-dimethoxybenzophenone; (2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)(4-hydroxyphenyl)methanone; UV Absorber DHMB; Light Stabilizer 2,4-DMHB
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethoxy-4Hydroxybenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, verifying compliance with agreed specifications. We support audits and can provide material for qualification to meet your regulatory and internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Specified range available
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.