Description

n-(Diphenylmethyl)Formamide is a specialized organic compound featuring a formamide group attached to a diphenylmethyl moiety, making it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its structure is particularly significant for introducing the diphenylmethyl (benzhydryl) protecting group and for constructing complex molecular architectures. This chemical is essential for research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it serves as a key building block for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring benzhydryl amine or amide functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Acts as a reagent or protecting group agent in the synthesis of complex peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for the development of electron-transport or host materials in organic electronic applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce formamide or diphenylmethyl groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(Diphenylmethyl)Formamide
CAS No.	6744-65-6
Molecular Formula	C14H13NO
Molecular Weight	211.26 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Diphenylmethyl)formamide; N-Benzhydrylformamide; Formamide, N-(diphenylmethyl)-; Benzhydrylformamide; Diphenylmethylformamide; N-(Benzhydryl)formamide; α-Phenylbenzenemethanamine, N-formyl-; (Diphenylmethyl)carboxaldehyde, N-formyl derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(Diphenylmethyl)Formamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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