Description

1-[4-(2-Oxo-2-Phenylacetyl)Phenyl]-2-Phenylethane-1,2-Dione is a specialized diketone compound with the CAS number 3363-97-1. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role in synthesizing complex organic molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is essential for chemists and manufacturers in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking a reliable building block for heterocyclic and functional material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex diketone or benzil motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific diketone functionalities.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor or electron-transport material in the development of organic electronic materials.
• Photoinitiator Research: Investigated for use in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives due to its light-sensitive carbonyl groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry for creating novel chelating ligands in catalytic systems.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[4-(2-Oxo-2-Phenylacetyl)Phenyl]-2-Phenylethane-1,2-Dione
CAS No.	3363-97-1
Molecular Formula	C22H14O4
Molecular Weight	342.34 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Diphenylethane-1,2-dione, 1-[4-(2-oxo-2-phenylethyl)phenyl] derivative; 4-(2-Oxo-2-phenylethyl)benzil; 1,2-Bis(4-(2-oxo-2-phenylethyl)phenyl)ethane-1,2-dione (related); α,α'-Dibenzoyl-4,4'-bis(phenacyl)benzene (structural descriptor); (4-(2-Oxo-2-phenylethyl)phenyl)(phenyl)ethanedione; CAS 3363-97-1; Light-sensitive diketone intermediate.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-[4-(2-Oxo-2-Phenylacetyl)Phenyl]-2-Phenylethane-1,2-Dione is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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