Description

2-Acetoxy-4'-Nitrobenzophenone is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a benzophenone core functionalized with acetoxy and nitro groups. This compound matters as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Photoinitiator Research: Investigated for potential applications in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives due to its benzophenone-derived structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a synthetic intermediate for electron-transport or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the construction of complex molecular architectures in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acetoxy-4'-Nitrobenzophenone
CAS No.	890098-34-7
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO5
Molecular Weight	285.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Nitro-2-acetoxybenzophenone; 2-(Acetyloxy)-4'-nitrobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 2-(acetyloxy)-4'-nitro-; (2-Acetoxyphenyl)(4-nitrophenyl)methanone; 2-Acetyloxy-4'-nitrobenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Acetoxy-4'-Nitrobenzophenone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and cGMP manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued lighting or in amber glass containers when possible.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.