Description

n-(2-Oxo-2-Phenyl-Ethyl)Formamide is a specialized organic compound featuring a formamide group linked to a phenylglyoxyl moiety. This structure makes it a valuable versatile building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical research and development sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitrogen heterocycles or amide functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive formamide and ketone groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a crucial building block for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic and amide linkages.
• Organic Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways, such as cyclizations and condensations.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(2-Oxo-2-Phenyl-Ethyl)Formamide
CAS No.	73286-37-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO2
Molecular Weight	163.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Oxo-2-phenylethylformamide; N-(2-Oxo-2-phenylethyl)formamide; α-Formamidoacetophenone; 2-Formamidoacetophenone; Phenylglyoxylaldehyde formylhydrazone (related); N-(Phenacyl)formamide; Glyoxylic acid phenylamide formyl derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(2-Oxo-2-Phenyl-Ethyl)Formamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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