Description

(4-Acetylphenyl)Phenylmethane is a specialized aromatic ketone compound with a benzophenone-like structure, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both acetyl and phenylmethyl substituents, makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its structural versatility.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core building block for creating charge-transport materials, host materials, or alignment layers in electronic displays.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing compounds used in polymer curing, coatings, and sunscreens.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to create complex ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Intermediate for the production of high-value aromatic compounds used in perfumery.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Acetylphenyl)Phenylmethane
CAS No.	782-92-3
Molecular Formula	C15H14O
Molecular Weight	210.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Acetylbenzylbenzene; 4-Benzylacetophenone; 1-(4-Benzylphenyl)ethanone; p-Acetylbenzylbenzene; p-Benzylacetophenone; 4-Acetyl-1-benzylbenzene; (4-Benzylphenyl) methyl ketone
EINECS	212-326-5

Quality Control

Our (4-Acetylphenyl)Phenylmethane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78 - 82 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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