Description

3,4-Difluorobenzophenone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the difluorophenyl moiety, which can significantly alter the electronic properties, metabolic stability, and bioavailability of target molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal material industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides and pesticides, where the difluorobenzene structure enhances biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the creation of electron-transport or host materials for advanced OLED devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with enhanced thermal and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and exploring new reactions in fluorine chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3,4-Difluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	85118-07-6
Molecular Formula	C13H8F2O
Molecular Weight	218.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(3,4-Difluorophenyl)(phenyl)methanone; Benzophenone, 3,4-difluoro-; 3,4-Difluorobenzophenone; 3',4'-Difluorobenzophenone; 85118-07-6; 3,4-DFBP
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Difluorobenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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