Description

2-Acetoxy-2',4'-Difluorobenzophenone is a specialized fluorinated benzophenone derivative, serving as a crucial advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which incorporates both acetoxy and difluoro substituents, making it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a difluorobenzophenone core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where fluorination enhances biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex organic molecules, leveraging the reactivity of the acetoxy group for further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Investigated as a synthetic intermediate for fluorinated compounds used in electronic display technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acetoxy-2',4'-Difluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	890098-66-5
Molecular Formula	C15H10F2O3
Molecular Weight	276.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Acetyloxy)-2',4'-difluorobenzophenone; 2',4'-Difluoro-2-hydroxybenzophenone acetate; 1-[2-(Acetyloxy)-6-fluorophenyl]-2-fluorophenylmethanone; 2-Acetoxy-2',4'-difluorobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 2-(acetyloxy)-2',4'-difluoro-; (2'-Acetoxy-4'-fluoro)benzophenone; 2-Acetyloxy-2',4'-difluorobenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Acetoxy-2',4'-Difluorobenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specification results. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring traceability and reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.