Description

4-tert-Butylphenyl Cyclopropyl Ketone is a specialized organic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a tert-butylphenyl group and a cyclopropyl moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropyl group can impart specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks via reactions like cross-coupling or carbonyl chemistry.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals with unique olfactory profiles.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-tert-Butylphenyl Cyclopropyl Ketone
CAS No.	38675-79-5
Molecular Formula	C14H18O
Molecular Weight	202.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-2-cyclopropylethanone; 4-tert-Butylbenzoylcyclopropane; Cyclopropyl 4-tert-Butylphenyl Ketone; p-tert-Butylphenyl Cyclopropyl Ketone; 1-Cyclopropyl-2-(4-tert-butylphenyl)ethanone; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)benzenepropanal; Ketone, 4-tert-butylphenyl cyclopropyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-tert-Butylphenyl Cyclopropyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

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.

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.