Description

2-Acetoxy-2'-Fluorobenzophenone is a specialized fluorinated benzophenone derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic combination of the acetoxy and fluoro substituents, which enables precise molecular modifications for developing high-performance materials and active compounds. This product is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate fluorinated aromatic structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or requiring enhanced metabolic stability through fluorination.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce fluorinated benzophenone units into polymer backbones, enhancing properties like thermal stability, chemical resistance, and optical clarity.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized photoactive compounds used in coatings, inks, and adhesives that cure under UV light.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in cross-coupling reactions and fluorination chemistry research.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Acetoxy-2'-Fluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	890098-99-4
Molecular Formula	C15H11FO3
Molecular Weight	258.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Fluoro-2-(acetyloxy)benzophenone; 2-Acetoxy-2'-fluorobenzophenone; 1-(2-Fluorophenyl)-2-phenylethane-1,2-dione 2-acetate; (2-Fluorophenyl)(2-acetoxyphenyl)methanone; 2'-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzophenone acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Acetoxy-2'-Fluorobenzophenone is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and consistency for your critical processes. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.