Description

3,4'-Dichloro-5-Fluorobenzophenone is a high-purity fluorinated benzophenone derivative, serving as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its precise molecular architecture, featuring strategically placed halogen atoms, enables the synthesis of complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for enhanced bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, aromatic core.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to introduce complex benzophenone motifs.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4'-Dichloro-5-Fluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	844885-02-5
Molecular Formula	C13H7Cl2FO
Molecular Weight	269.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-3,4'-dichlorobenzophenone; (3-Chloro-5-fluorophenyl)(4-chlorophenyl)methanone; 3,4'-Dichloro-5-fluorobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3,4'-dichloro-5-fluoro-; 844885-02-5; 3-Chloro-5-fluorophenyl 4-chlorophenyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4'-Dichloro-5-Fluorobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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.