Description

2-Hydroxy-4-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, valued for its unique structural properties. This chemical is significant for its role as a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop products with enhanced performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific UV-absorbing or stabilizing moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Polymer Additive: Functions as a light stabilizer or a monomer in the production of specialty polymers and coatings to improve weatherability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile intermediate for constructing complex organic molecules in research and fine chemical production.
• Cosmetic Ingredient: Potential use as a component in sunscreen formulations due to its benzophenone structure, which can absorb ultraviolet light.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Can be utilized in the development of organic components for electronic displays.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-4-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzophenone
CAS No.	83803-88-7
Molecular Formula	C15H14O3
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-3-methylbenzophenone; 3-Methyl-2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone; Uvistat 24; Eusolex 4360; 2-Benzoyl-5-methoxy-6-methylphenol; (2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-3-methylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone; Methanone, (2-hydroxy-4-methoxy-3-methylphenyl)phenyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-4-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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.