Description

Biphenyl-3-Yl(Phenyl)Methanone is a high-purity diaryl ketone compound, also known by its CAS number 3378-09-4. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its defined aromatic structure. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core structural unit in the production of advanced electronic materials for displays and lighting.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to enhance thermal stability, refractive index, or other physical properties in specialty polymers and epoxy resins.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Research: Investigated as a host or dopant material in the emissive layers of OLED devices.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry, particularly in cross-coupling and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Biphenyl-3-Yl(Phenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	3378-09-4
Molecular Formula	C19H14O
Molecular Weight	258.31 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Benzoylphenyl)benzene; 3-Benzoylbiphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-yl(phenyl)methanone; Phenyl 3-biphenylyl ketone; 3-Benzoyldiphenyl; 3-Phenylbenzophenone; Biphenyl-3-yl phenyl ketone; 3-(Benzoyl)biphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Biphenyl-3-Yl(Phenyl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

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 sources and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

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.