Description

3,4,4'-Trichlorobenzophenone is a specialized chlorinated benzophenone derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced organic compounds. Its precise molecular structure offers significant value for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a chlorinated benzophenone core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its chlorinated aromatic rings contribute to biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in the research and development of electron-transport or host materials for OLED devices due to its specific electronic properties.
• Liquid Crystal Intermediate: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the production of certain liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, altering material properties like thermal stability or refractive index.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis, catalysis, and material science.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3,4,4'-Trichlorobenzophenone
CAS No.	33093-42-4
Molecular Formula	C13H7Cl3O
Molecular Weight	285.55 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4,4'-Trichlorobenzophenone; (3,4-Dichlorophenyl)(4-chlorophenyl)methanone; 4-Chlorophenyl 3,4-dichlorophenyl ketone; Benzophenone, 3,4,4'-trichloro-; 3,4,4'-Trichlorodiphenylmethanone; NSC 403107
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4,4'-Trichlorobenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.