Description

1,1-Diphenylacetone is a high-purity organic compound, also known as desoxybenzoin, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, featuring two phenyl groups attached to a central acetone moiety, which makes it an essential intermediate for producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials. This product is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and material science sectors for developing active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including antihistamines and central nervous system agents.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a fundamental building block for creating complex organic compounds, dyes, and pigments.
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in chemical research for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Diphenylacetone
CAS No.	781-35-1
Molecular Formula	C15H14O
Molecular Weight	210.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Desoxybenzoin; Benzyl Phenyl Ketone; α-Phenylacetophenone; 1,1-Diphenyl-2-propanone; Diphenylacetone; (Phenylacetyl)benzene; NSC 403697; Benzenemethanone, phenyl-
EINECS	212-312-1

Quality Control

Our 1,1-Diphenylacetone is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	74 - 78 °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.