Description

3,5-Difluoro-3',5'-Dimethylbenzophenone is a high-purity, specialty benzophenone derivative distinguished by its strategic fluorine and methyl substitutions. This compound matters as a critical advanced intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in high-value sectors, offering unique reactivity and structural features. It is needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for applications such as photoinitiators, liquid crystal materials, and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical compounds and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
• Building block for photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Precursor in the development of liquid crystal materials and organic electronic components.
• Intermediate for agrochemicals, including advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Research chemical for organic synthesis and method development in academic and industrial labs.
• Starting material for functional dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Difluoro-3',5'-Dimethylbenzophenone
CAS No.	844885-22-9
Molecular Formula	C15H12F2O
Molecular Weight	246.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Difluoro-3',5'-dimethylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3,5-difluoro-3',5'-dimethyl-; 3',5'-Dimethyl-3,5-difluorobenzophenone; (3,5-Difluorophenyl)(3,5-dimethylphenyl)methanone; 844885-22-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Difluoro-3',5'-Dimethylbenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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