Description

4-Chlorodiphenylmethane is a versatile chlorinated aromatic compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactivity of the chloromethyl group and the stability of the biphenyl core, enabling precise chemical modifications. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with diphenylmethane scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the chloromethyl group facilitates further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce aromaticity and chlorine functionality into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chlorodiphenylmethane
CAS No.	831-81-2
Molecular Formula	C13H11Cl
Molecular Weight	202.68 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4-(phenylmethyl)benzene; p-Chlorobenzylbenzene; 4-Chlorobenzylbenzene; (4-Chlorophenyl)phenylmethane; p-Chlorodiphenylmethane; Benzene, 1-chloro-4-(phenylmethyl)-; NSC 406914
EINECS	212-613-9

Quality Control

Our 4-Chlorodiphenylmethane is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	40°C - 44°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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