Description

3,4-Dichloro-3'-Fluoro-4'-Methoxybenzophenone is a high-purity, multi-substituted benzophenone derivative serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique halogenated and methoxylated structure, which provides versatile reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, or oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic system.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its rigid, substituted benzophenone core.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Can be utilized in the development of photoaffinity labeling agents or molecular probes, capitalizing on the benzophenone moiety's properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions involving halogenated ketones.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichloro-3'-Fluoro-4'-Methoxybenzophenone
CAS No.	844885-37-6
Molecular Formula	C14H9Cl2FO2
Molecular Weight	299.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)(3-fluoro-4-methoxyphenyl)methanone; 3,4-Dichloro-3'-fluoro-4'-methoxybenzophenone; 3'-Fluoro-4'-methoxy-3,4-dichlorobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3,4-dichloro-3'-fluoro-4'-methoxy-; 844885-37-6; 3,4-Dichloro-3'-fluoro-4'-methoxy-benzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichloro-3'-Fluoro-4'-Methoxybenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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.