Description

3,4-Difluoro-3',4'-Dimethylbenzophenone is a high-purity, specialty fluorinated benzophenone derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers working on novel active ingredients, where its unique difluorinated and dimethyl-substituted structure provides valuable electronic and steric properties. The product is supplied under strict quality control to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for demanding industrial applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, contributing to improved performance and durability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with enhanced thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial research for constructing complex aromatic systems and in ligand design for catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic semiconductors and photoactive materials for optoelectronic devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Difluoro-3',4'-Dimethylbenzophenone
CAS No.	518993-32-3
Molecular Formula	C15H12F2O
Molecular Weight	246.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Difluoro-3',4'-dimethylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3,4-difluoro-3',4'-dimethyl-; (3,4-Difluorophenyl)(3,4-dimethylphenyl)methanone; 3',4'-Dimethyl-3,4-difluorobenzophenone; 3,4-Difluoro-3',4'-dimethyl-diphenylmethanone; DF-DMBP (abbreviation); 518993-32-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Difluoro-3',4'-Dimethylbenzophenone is manufactured under a quality management system and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We can support development projects with custom purity grades and specifications upon request.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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	≤ 10 ppm

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