Description

2-Azetidinomethyl-4'-Fluorobenzophenone is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzophenone core substituted with a fluorophenyl group and an azetidinomethyl moiety, making it a valuable advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its molecular architecture is designed to serve as a key building block for the synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This high-purity intermediate is essential for medicinal chemists and process development scientists working in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality raw materials for innovative drug discovery programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a versatile scaffold in drug discovery for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization due to its modifiable azetidine and fluorobenzophenone groups.
• Protease Inhibitor Development: Serves as a key building block in the design and synthesis of potential protease inhibitors, leveraging the electrophilic character of the carbonyl group.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for agrochemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Utilized in university and research institute laboratories for developing new synthetic methodologies and exploring novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Azetidinomethyl-4'-Fluorobenzophenone
CAS No.	898754-83-1
Molecular Formula	C17H16FNO2
Molecular Weight	285.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Fluoro-2-(azetidin-1-ylmethyl)benzophenone; 1-[(4-Fluorophenyl)(phenyl)methyl]azetidine; 2-(Azetidin-1-ylmethyl)-4'-fluorobenzophenone; (4-Fluorophenyl)(2-(azetidin-1-ylmethyl)phenyl)methanone; Azetidine, 1-[(4-fluorophenyl)phenylmethyl]-; Benzophenone, 2-(azetidinylmethyl)-4'-fluoro-; 898754-83-1; 4'-Fluoro-2-azetidin-1-ylmethyl-benzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Azetidinomethyl-4'-Fluorobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. Our quality assurance protocol includes identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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