Description

3,5-Dichloro-3',5'-Difluorobenzophenone is a high-purity, multi-halogenated benzophenone derivative serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which provides versatile reactivity for constructing complex molecules with specific halogen substitution patterns. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the dichloro-difluoro pattern enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for photoactive compounds and electron-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for engineering high-performance, halogenated polymers with enhanced flame retardancy and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for Suzuki, Stille, and other cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl structures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dichloro-3',5'-Difluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	844885-17-2
Molecular Formula	C13H6Cl2F2O
Molecular Weight	287.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dichloro-3',5'-difluorobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3,5-dichloro-3',5'-difluoro-; 3',5'-Difluoro-3,5-dichlorobenzophenone; (3,5-Dichlorophenyl)(3,5-difluorophenyl)methanone; 844885-17-2; DFDCBP; DCDFB
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3,5-Dichloro-3',5'-Difluorobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by HPLC, GC, NMR, and other relevant analytical techniques.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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