Description

3-Chloro-3'-Nitrobenzophenone is a specialized aromatic ketone derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and nitro substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzophenone-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive halogen and nitro groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and high-performance resins.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing complex organic dyes and pigments where the nitro group aids in color development.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a potential building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED devices.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, and reduction chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-3'-Nitrobenzophenone
CAS No.	494203-12-2
Molecular Formula	C13H8ClNO3
Molecular Weight	261.66 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Chlorophenyl)(3-nitrophenyl)methanone; 3-Chloro-3'-nitrobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3-chloro-3'-nitro-; 3'-Nitro-3-chlorobenzophenone; 1-Chloro-3-[(3-nitrophenyl)carbonyl]benzene; 3-Chloro-3'-nitro-diphenylmethanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-3'-Nitrobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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