Description

4-Chloro-1-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-1-Butanone is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a chlorinated butanone moiety attached to a dimethyl-substituted aromatic ring. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex chemical entities, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals. Its controlled reactivity offers chemists a precise tool for constructing target molecules with high selectivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated ketone functionality.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development, catalysis studies, and the construction of complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the scaled-up synthesis of specialty chemicals used in materials science, such as liquid crystals or polymer additives.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical testing, quality control, and regulatory compliance in manufacturing processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-1-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-1-Butanone
CAS No.	74298-66-1
Molecular Formula	C12H15ClO
Molecular Weight	210.70 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-1-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)butan-1-one; 1-Butanone, 4-chloro-1-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-; 3,4-Dimethyl-ω-chlorobutyrophenone; 4-Chloro-3',4'-dimethylbutyrophenone; γ-Chloro-3,4-dimethylbutyrophenone; 4-Chloro-1-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)butanone; (3,4-Dimethylphenyl) 4-chlorobutyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-1-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-1-Butanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to verify identity and potency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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