Description

3-Acetoxy-3',4'-Dimethylbenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, characterized by its acetoxy and dimethyl functional groups. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, where its unique structure enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Photoinitiator Precursor: Serves as a synthetic intermediate for advanced photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial organic chemistry laboratories for method development and complex molecule synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Acetoxy-3',4'-Dimethylbenzophenone
CAS No.	890099-17-9
Molecular Formula	C17H16O3
Molecular Weight	268.31 g/mol
Synonyms	3',4'-Dimethyl-3-(acetyloxy)benzophenone; 3-Acetyloxy-3',4'-dimethylbenzophenone; [3-(3',4'-Dimethylbenzoyl)phenyl] acetate; Benzophenone, 3-(acetyloxy)-3',4'-dimethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Acetoxy-3',4'-Dimethylbenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.