Description

3,5-Difluoro-4'-Methylbenzophenone is a high-purity fluorinated benzophenone derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which incorporates fluorine atoms and a ketone bridge, making it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications such as drug discovery and liquid crystal synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring fluorinated aromatic systems to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the difluoromethylbenzophenone core contributes to enhanced biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for advanced display technologies (LCDs), where it helps fine-tune optical and electronic properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, including high-performance resins and engineering plastics with improved thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the research and development of electron-transport materials or host materials for OLED devices due to its favorable electronic characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry and material science for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the creation of novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Difluoro-4'-Methylbenzophenone
CAS No.	844885-07-0
Molecular Formula	C14H10F2O
Molecular Weight	232.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Methyl-3,5-difluorobenzophenone; (4-Methylphenyl)(3,5-difluorophenyl)methanone; 3,5-Difluoro-4-methylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3,5-difluoro-4'-methyl-; 3,5-Difluoro-4'-methyl-benzophenone; 844885-07-0; Methanone, (3,5-difluorophenyl)(4-methylphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Difluoro-4'-Methylbenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light as indicated.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.