Description

4-Chloro-3',4'-Difluorobenzophenone is a high-purity, multi-functional organic intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its unique halogenated benzophenone structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced pharmaceutical compounds and specialty chemicals. This product is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its difluorinated aromatic system.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials used in displays and lighting.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance engineering plastics and specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry, particularly for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions.
• Photoinitiator Development: Used in the research and formulation of UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-3',4'-Difluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	844885-01-4
Molecular Formula	C13H7ClF2O
Molecular Weight	252.64 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-3',4'-difluorobenzophenone; (4-Chlorophenyl)(3,4-difluorophenyl)methanone; 3',4'-Difluoro-4-chlorobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 4-chloro-3',4'-difluoro-; 4-Chloro-3,4'-difluorobenzophenone; 4-Chloro-3,4-difluorobenzophenone; 4-Chloro-3',4'-difluorobenzophenone (CAS 844885-01-4)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-3',4'-Difluorobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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