Description

3-Carboethoxy-2'-Methoxybenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, serving as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both carboethoxy and methoxy functional groups, makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules with specific optical or pharmaceutical properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzophenone core structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in the research and development of novel electron-transport or host materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Photoinitiator Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing specialized photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in academic and industrial research to create novel ligands for catalytic systems or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical and Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialty chemicals, including advanced agrochemicals and performance chemicals.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Carboethoxy-2'-Methoxybenzophenone
CAS No.	746652-01-7
Molecular Formula	C17H16O4
Molecular Weight	284.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-benzoyl-2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoate; 2'-Methoxy-3-carboethoxybenzophenone; 3-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-2'-methoxybenzophenone; Benzoic acid, 3-benzoyl-2-hydroxy-4-methoxy-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-benzoyl-2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoate; 3-Carbethoxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Carboethoxy-2'-Methoxybenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is supported by a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We adhere to cGMP guidelines where applicable, ensuring the material meets the stringent requirements for use in pharmaceutical and advanced material synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request.

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 the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

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.