Description

2-Morpholinomethyl-4'-Trifluoromethylbenzophenone is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzophenone core substituted with morpholine and trifluoromethyl groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can improve lipophilicity and biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures, leveraging the reactivity of the ketone and morpholine functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Morpholinomethyl-4'-Trifluoromethylbenzophenone
CAS No.	898750-83-9
Molecular Formula	C20H20F3NO2
Molecular Weight	363.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-(morpholinomethyl)benzophenone; 2-(Morpholin-4-ylmethyl)-4'-(trifluoromethyl)benzophenone; Benzophenone, 2-(morpholinomethyl)-4'-(trifluoromethyl)-; [4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl][2-(morpholin-4-ylmethyl)phenyl]methanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Morpholinomethyl-4'-Trifluoromethylbenzophenone is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing specifications such as assay (HPLC), identity (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single unknown impurity	≤ 0.5%
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.