Description

3,5-Difluoro-3',5'-Dimethyl-4'-Methoxybenzophenone is a high-purity, multi-functional benzophenone derivative characterized by its specific fluorine and methoxy substitution pattern. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile photoinitiator precursor in specialty chemical synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and performance materials sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced biological activity or specific photochemical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the difluoro and methoxy groups can influence bioavailability and activity.
• Photoinitiator Manufacturing: Acts as a core structure for developing high-performance photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor or dopant in the synthesis of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like solubility, thermal stability, or refractive index.
• Organic Synthesis & R&D: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry and material science for creating complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Difluoro-3',5'-Dimethyl-4'-Methoxybenzophenone
CAS No.	844885-20-7
Molecular Formula	C16H14F2O2
Molecular Weight	276.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Methoxy-3,5-difluoro-3',5'-dimethylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3,5-difluoro-3',5'-dimethyl-4'-methoxy-; 3',5'-Dimethyl-4'-methoxy-3,5-difluorobenzophenone; (3,5-Difluorophenyl)(3,5-dimethyl-4-methoxyphenyl)methanone; 844885-20-7; Difluoro Dimethyl Methoxy Benzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Difluoro-3',5'-Dimethyl-4'-Methoxybenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical R&D and production applications.

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, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be conducted under subdued lighting where practical 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.