Description

2,4'-Dimethyl-5-tert-Butylbenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, characterized by its dimethyl and tert-butyl substituents. This structural configuration makes it a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the polymer and specialty chemical industries for its role in modifying material properties and facilitating specific photochemical reactions. The compound is supplied with a guaranteed Certificate of Analysis to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability.

Application

• Polymer Additive: Acts as a light stabilizer or UV absorber in the production of plastics and coatings to enhance weatherability and prevent degradation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Photoinitiator Component: Used in formulations for UV-curable inks, adhesives, and resins, where it aids in the polymerization process upon exposure to light.
• Organic Synthesis: Functions as a versatile intermediate for introducing the benzophenone moiety into more complex molecular architectures in research and development.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymeric materials and functional coatings with tailored optical or physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4'-Dimethyl-5-tert-Butylbenzophenone
CAS No.	320386-58-1
Molecular Formula	C19H22O
Molecular Weight	266.38 g/mol
Synonyms	5-tert-Butyl-2,4'-dimethylbenzophenone; 2,4'-Dimethyl-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)benzophenone; 2,4'-Dimethyl-5-tert-butyl benzophenone; Benzophenone, 2,4'-dimethyl-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 5-(tert-Butyl)-2,4'-dimethylbenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4'-Dimethyl-5-tert-Butylbenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality 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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

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%

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