Description

Cyclopropyl-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)Methanone CAS NO 71172-79-7 is a specialized aromatic ketone featuring a cyclopropyl substituent, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is critical for constructing complex molecular architectures due to its unique steric and electronic properties imparted by the cyclopropyl ring. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing novel biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropyl group can enhance metabolic stability and bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry for creating novel ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probe Synthesis: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein-ligand interactions in life sciences research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopropyl-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	71172-79-7
Molecular Formula	C12H14O
Molecular Weight	174.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopropyl(2,4-dimethylphenyl)methanone; 2',4'-Dimethylcyclopropyl phenyl ketone; (2,4-Dimethylphenyl)cyclopropylmethanone; Cyclopropyl 2,4-dimethylphenyl ketone; Methanone, cyclopropyl(2,4-dimethylphenyl)-; 1-Cyclopropyl-1-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)ethanone (common misnomer); 2,4-Dimethylbenzoylcyclopropane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Cyclopropyl-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)Methanone adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.