Description

Bis(4-Fluorophenyl)-Methanone is a high-purity diaryl ketone derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique fluorinated aromatic structure, which imparts desirable electronic and steric properties to target molecules. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring fluorinated compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core component in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials for electronic displays.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with enhanced thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex fluorinated aromatic systems via Friedel-Crafts acylation and Suzuki coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(4-Fluorophenyl)-Methanone
CAS No.	345-92-6
Molecular Formula	C13H8F2O
Molecular Weight	218.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Difluorobenzophenone; Di(4-fluorophenyl)methanone; p,p'-Difluorobenzophenone; 1,1'-(Carbonylbis(4,1-phenylene))bis(1-fluoride); Bis(p-fluorophenyl) ketone; (4-Fluorophenyl)(4-fluorophenyl)methanone; DFBP
EINECS	206-469-6

Quality Control

Our Bis(4-Fluorophenyl)-Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider 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)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	102°C - 106°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.