Description

4-Acetoxy-2',4'-Difluorobenzophenone is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its specific benzophenone core with acetoxy and difluoro substituents. This compound matters as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its precise structure enables targeted molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new therapeutic agents and high-value fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the difluoro motif for enhanced bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a starting material for developing electron-transport or host materials in display technologies.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialized polymers with specific optical or thermal properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and process development in academic and contract research organizations (CROs).
• Photoinitiator Research: Investigated for potential use in UV-curable coatings and inks due to its benzophenone-derived structure.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Acetoxy-2',4'-Difluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	890099-97-5
Molecular Formula	C15H10F2O3
Molecular Weight	276.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2',4'-Difluoro-4-acetoxybenzophenone; 4-(Acetyloxy)-2',4'-difluorobenzophenone; 4-Acetyloxy-2',4'-difluorobenzophenone; 1-[4-(2,4-Difluorobenzoyl)phenyl] ethyl acetate; (4-Benzoyl-3-fluorophenyl) acetate; Difluorobenzophenone acetoxy derivative; DFABP-Acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Acetoxy-2',4'-Difluorobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with complete traceability are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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