Description

4'-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)-2-Methylbenzophenone is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzophenone core functionalized with a methyl group and a 1,3-dioxolane-protected carbonyl moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of complex organic molecules, particularly within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring protected aldehyde or ketone functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a critical building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the research and production of electron-transport or host materials for advanced display technologies.
• Photoinitiator Research: Investigated as a potential component in photoinitiator systems for UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating novel chiral ligands or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in catalytic applications.
• Academic and R&D: Employed in universities and corporate R&D labs for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)-2-Methylbenzophenone
CAS No.	898759-80-3
Molecular Formula	C17H16O3
Molecular Weight	268.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4'-(1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)benzophenone; 2-Methyl-4'-(2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)benzophenone (related protected form); [4-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)phenyl](2-methylphenyl)methanone; Benzophenone, 4'-(1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)-2-methyl-; 2-Methylbenzophenone-4'-carboxaldehyde ethylene acetal; 4-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)-2-methylbenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)-2-Methylbenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep 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%

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