Description

4-Fluoro-4'-Methylbenzophenone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functional groups, which enable precise molecular modifications in the creation of complex, high-performance materials. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional monomers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a fluorinated benzophenone core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystal compounds and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, contributing to improved electronic properties.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings to impart specific thermal or chemical resistance.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Precursor: Utilized in the manufacture of photoinitiators for inks and coatings, and as a building block for UV stabilizers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and fluorination reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-4'-Methylbenzophenone
CAS No.	530-46-1
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO
Molecular Weight	214.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Fluorophenyl)(4-methylphenyl)methanone; 4'-Methyl-4-fluorobenzophenone; p-Methyl-p'-fluorobenzophenone; 4-Fluoro-4'-methylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 4-fluoro-4'-methyl-; 1-Fluoro-4-[(4-methylphenyl)carbonyl]benzene
EINECS	208-490-9

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-4'-Methylbenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	88 - 92 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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