Description

(2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-(3-Methylphenyl)-Methanone is a specialized aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring dimethoxy and methylphenyl substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. Its role is critical in the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring specific diaryl ketone frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticide and herbicide molecules, leveraging its substituted benzophenone core.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a building block for electron-transporting or host materials in the development of next-generation display technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Provides a scaffold for designing novel chiral or functional ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical and Specialty Polymer Production: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers, photoinitiators, and polymers with tailored optical or electronic properties.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and photochemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-(3-Methylphenyl)-Methanone
CAS No.	854025-57-3
Molecular Formula	C16H16O3
Molecular Weight	256.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Methyl-2,4-dimethoxybenzophenone; (3-Methylphenyl)(2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)methanone; 2,4-Dimethoxy-3'-methylbenzophenone; 1-(2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-1-(3-methylphenyl)methanone; Benzophenone, 2,4-dimethoxy-3'-methyl-; m-Tolyl 2,4-dimethoxyphenyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-(3-Methylphenyl)-Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and reliability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.