Description

1-(3,4-Dichloro-Phenyl)-Pentan-1-One is a high-purity organic chemical intermediate characterized by its ketone functional group flanked by a pentyl chain and a dichlorinated phenyl ring. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable synthon for constructing more complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for use in developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the dichlorophenyl moiety.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals where specific aromatic ketone structures are required.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and as a substrate for developing new catalytic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3,4-Dichloro-Phenyl)-Pentan-1-One
CAS No.	68120-72-9
Molecular Formula	C11H12Cl2O
Molecular Weight	231.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentanone, 1-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-; 3',4'-Dichlorovalerophenone; 1-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)pentan-1-one; Valerophenone, 3',4'-dichloro-; Pentan-1-one, 1-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-; 3,4-Dichlorovalerophenone; NSC 403116
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(3,4-Dichloro-Phenyl)-Pentan-1-One is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting batch-specific results are available upon request.

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). 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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