Description

4-tert-Butylbenzophenone is a high-purity, specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its unique structural properties that influence reactivity and performance in advanced formulations. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop or enhance product characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Photoinitiator & UV-Curing Agent: Used in formulations for inks, coatings, and adhesives that cure under ultraviolet light.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or property enhancer in specialty plastics and composite materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: An intermediate in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Employed as a precursor or fixative in the creation of specific aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-tert-Butylbenzophenone
CAS No.	22679-54-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	238.33 g/mol
Synonyms	p-tert-Butylbenzophenone; (4-tert-Butylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)benzophenone; 4-tert-Butyldiphenyl ketone; 4-t-Butylbenzophenone; 4-(tert-Butyl)benzophenone; Benzophenone, 4-tert-butyl-; NSC 404083
EINECS	245-168-9

Quality Control

Our 4-tert-Butylbenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78°C - 82°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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