Description

1-Butanone, 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-Methylphenyl)- is a specialized aromatic ketone derivative, known by its CAS number 24323-47-5. This compound serves as a crucial high-purity intermediate in the synthesis of advanced organic materials, where its specific molecular structure imparts valuable properties. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for research and production processes.

Application

This chemical intermediate is utilized in various sophisticated synthesis pathways, including:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: For the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: As a building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: In the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: As a precursor in the development of advanced electronic and optoelectronic materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acting as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Research & Development: Serving as a key reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for novel compound discovery.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Butanone, 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-Methylphenyl)-
CAS No.	24323-47-5
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Hydroxy-5'-methylpropiophenone; 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)-1-butanone; 5-Methyl-2-hydroxypropiophenone; 2-Hydroxy-5-methylpropiophenone; 1-Butanone,1-(2-hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)-; Propiophenone, 2'-hydroxy-5'-methyl-; 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)propan-1-one (related structure)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Butanone, 1-(2-Hydroxy-5-Methylphenyl)- is produced under stringent quality management systems. We guarantee high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch shipped.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.