Description

4-Fluoro-2',4'-Dihydroxybenzophenone is a specialized benzophenone derivative featuring fluorine and hydroxyl substituents, offering unique photochemical and coordination properties. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and functional additive in advanced material science. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for developing UV-absorbing materials, specialty chemicals, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a benzophenone scaffold for biological activity.
• UV Absorber / Light Stabilizer: Used in the formulation of coatings, plastics, and personal care products to protect against photodegradation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Polymer Additive: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart desired stability, cross-linking, or functional properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in research and development for constructing complex molecules via its reactive hydroxyl and ketone groups.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in organic electronics, sensors, and other advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-2',4'-Dihydroxybenzophenone
CAS No.	84794-97-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉FO₃
Molecular Weight	232.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dihydroxy-4'-fluorobenzophenone; 4'-Fluoro-2,4-dihydroxybenzophenone; (4-Fluorophenyl)(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)methanone; 4-Fluoro-2,4'-dihydroxybenzophenone; Benzophenone, 4'-fluoro-2,4-dihydroxy-; 84794-97-8; Light absorber UV-0 analog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-2',4'-Dihydroxybenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product traceability.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

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.