Description

2-Acetoxy-4'-Isopropylbenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, serving as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it valuable for introducing specific functional groups into target molecules, enabling the development of novel materials and active ingredients. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers operating in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and performance materials sectors who require high-purity, reliable building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring the benzophenone or acetoxy functional motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Precursor: Serves as a synthetic intermediate for compounds used in polymer curing, coatings, and sunscreens that require controlled light absorption properties.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: A potential intermediate in the development of specialized electron-transport or host materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Modifier: Employed in the synthesis of monomers or additives designed to alter the physical or optical properties of advanced polymers and liquid crystalline materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and material science for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acetoxy-4'-Isopropylbenzophenone
CAS No.	890098-36-9
Molecular Formula	C18H18O3
Molecular Weight	282.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Acetyloxy)-4'-(1-methylethyl)benzophenone; 4'-Isopropyl-2-hydroxybenzophenone acetate; 2-Hydroxy-4'-isopropylbenzophenone acetate; [2-(4-Isopropylbenzoyl)phenyl] acetate; Benzophenone, 2-(acetyloxy)-4'-(1-methylethyl)-; (2-Benzoyl-5-isopropylphenyl) acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Acetoxy-4'-Isopropylbenzophenone is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the stringent requirements of our industrial and research partners. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification results is provided with each shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.