Description

3,4-Difluoro-4'-Ethylbenzophenone is a high-purity fluorinated benzophenone derivative, a key advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its precise molecular architecture, which serves as a critical building block for the development of complex, high-performance molecules. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for creating active ingredients and functional materials where specific fluorine substitution patterns are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the difluoro and ethyl groups confer specific biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for advanced display technologies (LCDs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials and small-molecule semiconductors in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold in medicinal and materials chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Difluoro-4'-Ethylbenzophenone
CAS No.	845781-02-4
Molecular Formula	C15H12F2O
Molecular Weight	246.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Ethyl-3,4-difluorobenzophenone; (4-Ethylphenyl)(3,4-difluorophenyl)methanone; 3,4-Difluoro-4'-ethylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3,4-difluoro-4'-ethyl-; 845781-02-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Difluoro-4'-Ethylbenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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