Description

[4-[2-(Dimethylamino)Ethoxy]-2-Hydroxyphenyl] (4-Methylphenyl) Ketone Hydrochloride is a high-purity, functionalized benzophenone derivative with a tertiary amine hydrochloride salt group. This compound matters for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research, offering a unique combination of a ketone, a phenolic hydroxyl, and a charged amine moiety. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and life science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where its specific structural motifs can impart biological activity.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Precursor: Acts as a synthetic precursor for specialized benzophenone-based photoinitiators used in polymer curing or as UV stabilizers.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of complex organic ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its multiple coordination sites.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers, coatings, or functional materials requiring specific light-absorbing or charge-bearing properties.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Functions as a versatile linker or scaffold in the synthesis of fluorescent probes, bioconjugates, or diagnostic agents for biochemical research.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	[4-[2-(Dimethylamino)Ethoxy]-2-Hydroxyphenyl] (4-Methylphenyl) Ketone Hydrochloride
CAS No.	83803-92-3
Molecular Formula	C18H21NO3 · HCl
Molecular Weight	335.82 g/mol (Free base: 299.37 g/mol)
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4-[2-(dimethylamino)ethoxy]benzophenone Hydrochloride; 4-[2-(Dimethylamino)ethoxy]-2-hydroxybenzophenone Hydrochloride; p-Toly 2-Hydroxy-4-(2-dimethylaminoethoxy)phenyl Ketone Hydrochloride; (4-Methylphenyl)[4-[2-(dimethylamino)ethoxy]-2-hydroxyphenyl]methanone Hydrochloride; DMAB Hydrochloride (abbrev.); Light Absorber Intermediate; CAS 83803-92-3
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Quality Control

Our [4-[2-(Dimethylamino)Ethoxy]-2-Hydroxyphenyl] (4-Methylphenyl) Ketone Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and KF titration for moisture content, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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