Description

3-Formylbenzophenone is a versatile aromatic ketone-aldehyde intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its dual functional groups make it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzophenone or chalcone scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or host materials in organic electronic devices.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Development: Acts as a core structure for creating advanced photoinitiators for polymer curing and UV-stabilizing additives.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Building block for synthesizing complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological development and exploratory research in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Formylbenzophenone
CAS No.	71856-95-6
Molecular Formula	C14H10O2
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Benzoylbenzaldehyde; m-Formylbenzophenone; (3-Benzoylphenyl)methanone; 3-Benzophenonecarboxaldehyde; 3-Carboxybenzophenone (related); m-Benzoylbenzaldehyde; 3-Oxodiphenyl-4-carboxaldehyde; Benzophenone-3-carboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 3-Formylbenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation and to minimize exposure to air upon opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	75 - 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.