Description

Phenyl(2,3,5,6-Tetramethylphenyl)Methanone is a specialized aromatic ketone compound, valued for its unique sterically hindered molecular structure. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of complex molecules for pharmaceutical and material science applications. It is essential for research chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries who require high-purity, structurally defined building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring sterically hindered motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific aromatic ketone structures are required.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymeric materials due to its rigid, multi-substituted aromatic system.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile intermediate for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenyl(2,3,5,6-Tetramethylphenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	4885-14-7
Molecular Formula	C19H20O
Molecular Weight	264.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,5,6-Tetramethylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 2,3,5,6-tetramethyl-; (2,3,5,6-Tetramethylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone; Duryiphenyl ketone; Tetramethylbenzophenone; Phenyl duryyl ketone; 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylbenzophenone; 4885-14-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phenyl(2,3,5,6-Tetramethylphenyl)Methanone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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