Description

4-tert-Butyl-3',4'-Dichlorobenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, characterized by its tert-butyl and dichloro substituents. This structural configuration makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and as a standard in analytical chemistry.
• UV Absorber / Photoinitiator Development: Investigated for potential use in creating new photo-stabilizers or photoinitiating systems due to its benzophenone core.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-tert-Butyl-3',4'-Dichlorobenzophenone
CAS No.	844885-27-4
Molecular Formula	C17H16Cl2O
Molecular Weight	307.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(tert-Butyl)-3',4'-dichlorobenzophenone; 3',4'-Dichloro-4-tert-butylbenzophenone; 1-(tert-Butyl)-4-(3,4-dichlorobenzoyl)benzene; Benzophenone, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3',4'-dichloro-; 4-tert-Butyl-3,4-dichlorobenzophenone (alternate numbering); 4-(tert-Butyl)phenyl (3,4-dichlorophenyl)methanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-tert-Butyl-3',4'-Dichlorobenzophenone adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production 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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

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%

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