Description

4-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)-4'-Methylbenzophenone is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzophenone core functionalized with a methyl group and a dioxolane-protected carbonyl equivalent. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals and functional materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring functionalized benzophenone scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and photoactive materials.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a potential component or intermediate in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for OLED devices.
• Liquid Crystal & Display Technology: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing compounds used in liquid crystal mixtures for displays.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and as a standard in analytical chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)-4'-Methylbenzophenone
CAS No.	898759-84-7
Molecular Formula	C17H16O3
Molecular Weight	268.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)-4'-methylbenzophenone; 4'-Methyl-4-(1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)benzophenone; 2-[4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)phenyl]-1,3-dioxolane; Benzophenone, 4-(1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)-4'-methyl-; 4-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)-4'-methyl-benzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request 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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.