Description

1-(4-(3,4-Dimethylphenoxy)Phenyl)Ethanone is a specialized aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring a dimethylphenoxy substituent, makes it a valuable precursor for the development of complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. It serves as a key intermediate for creating active ingredients and functional materials requiring specific steric and electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex diaryl ether or ketone motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes due to its conjugated ketone system.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-(3,4-Dimethylphenoxy)Phenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	213014-13-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	240.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-(3,4-Dimethylphenoxy)acetophenone; 1-[4-(3,4-Dimethylphenoxy)phenyl]ethanone; 4-Acetylphenyl 3,4-dimethylphenyl ether; Ethanone, 1-[4-(3,4-dimethylphenoxy)phenyl]-; 3',4'-Dimethyl-4-acetoxybiphenyl ether (common misnomer); 4-Acetyl-3',4'-dimethyldiphenyl ether; p-(3,4-Dimethylphenoxy)acetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(4-(3,4-Dimethylphenoxy)Phenyl)Ethanone is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure full traceability and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.