Description

1-(2-Hydroxy)-4-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Phenyl-1-Ethanone is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzophenone core structure with a hydroxy and a 4-methylbenzyloxy substituent. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing molecules with specific photochemical or binding properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in creating advanced active ingredients for crop protection products, such as herbicides or fungicides.
• Photoinitiator Precursor: Serves as a synthetic intermediate for specialized photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials and display components.
• Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry: A versatile reagent for constructing complex aromatic ethers and ketones in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Hydroxy)-4-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Phenyl-1-Ethanone
CAS No.	885949-75-7
Molecular Formula	C16H16O3
Molecular Weight	256.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4-[(4-methylbenzyl)oxy]acetophenone; 1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-[4-(4-methylbenzyloxy)phenyl]ethanone; 4-(p-Methylbenzyloxy)-2-hydroxyacetophenone; 2'-Hydroxy-4'-(4-methylbenzyloxy)acetophenone; p-Methylbenzyl 2-hydroxy-4-acetylphenyl ether; (2-Hydroxy-4-acetylphenyl) 4-methylbenzyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(2-Hydroxy)-4-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Phenyl-1-Ethanone adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for advanced intermediate applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
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.