Description

2-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)-1-Phenyl-1-Ethanone is a high-purity diaryl ketone derivative, also known as 4-Phenoxybenzophenone, serving as a critical organic intermediate and building block. Its value lies in its versatile chemical structure, which is essential for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced manufacturing. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a diphenylmethane or benzophenone core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Precursor: Serves as a starting material for manufacturing photoinitiators used in inks, coatings, and adhesives, as well as UV stabilizers for polymers.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: An important intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific aromatic functionalities into polymer chains to enhance thermal stability or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & R&D: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial research laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules via Friedel-Crafts acylation and other coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)-1-Phenyl-1-Ethanone
CAS No.	27798-40-9
Molecular Formula	C20H16O2
Molecular Weight	288.34 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phenoxybenzophenone; 1-Phenyl-2-(4-phenoxyphenyl)ethanone; 2-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)-1-phenylethanone; p-Phenoxybenzophenone; (4-Phenoxyphenyl)(phenyl)methanone; NSC 403107; Benzophenone, 4-phenoxy-
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)-1-Phenyl-1-Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °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.