Description

3-Benzoylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a benzophenone moiety, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzophenone-based structures.
• Photoinitiator Synthesis: Used in the production of photoinitiators for UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of electron-transport or host materials for OLED displays and lighting.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce photoactive or cross-linking functionalities into polymer chains.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzoylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	579-18-0
Molecular Formula	C14H10O3
Molecular Weight	226.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Benzoylbenzoic Acid; m-Benzoylbenzoic Acid; 3-(Benzoyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-benzoyl-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 4'-oxo-; 3-Carboxybenzophenone; m-Carboxybenzophenone; Benzophenone-3-carboxylic acid
EINECS	209-440-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Benzoylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	160 - 164 °C
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.