Description

Cearoin CAS NO 52811-37-7 is a specialized organic chemical compound belonging to the class of benzophenone derivatives. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals, where precise molecular structure is critical. It serves as a key building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new products with specific functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a benzophenone core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Photoinitiator Production: A key raw material in the manufacture of UV-curing photoinitiators for inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED device fabrication.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers and liquid crystal compounds.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cearoin
CAS No.	52811-37-7
Molecular Formula	C15H12O5
Molecular Weight	272.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dihydroxy-3,6-dimethylbenzophenone; 3,6-Dimethyl-2,4-dihydroxybenzophenone; NSC 407347; 1-(2,4-Dihydroxy-3,6-dimethylphenyl)-2-phenylethanone; Cearoin (natural product)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cearoin is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Specification available upon request
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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