Description

1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Phenylbutan-1-One is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of substituted butanophenones. This specialty chemical serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API intermediate) and a versatile building block in complex organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturing sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and high-value chemical products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in research and production for constructing complex molecular architectures via reactions like Friedel-Crafts acylation or subsequent functional group transformations.
• Agrochemical Research: Potential intermediate in the development of new pesticides or herbicides due to its specific aromatic ketone structure.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor or monomer in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Can be utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for methodological studies and process chemistry development in university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Phenylbutan-1-One
CAS No.	78423-10-6
Molecular Formula	C17H18O2
Molecular Weight	254.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Methoxy-2-phenylbutyrophenone; 2-Phenyl-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)butan-1-one; 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-phenyl-1-butanone; p-Methoxy-2-phenylbutyrophenone; α-Ethyl-4-methoxybenzhydryl ketone; 4-Methoxyphenyl 2-phenylethyl ketone (related structural name); Butanophenone derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-Phenylbutan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

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

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
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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