Description

Cyclobutyl 2,5-Dimethylphenyl Ketone is a specialized aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a cyclobutyl ring adjacent to a dimethyl-substituted phenyl ketone, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating molecules with specific steric and electronic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the cyclobutyl and dimethylphenyl motifs can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for chiral ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or optical properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied to analytical laboratories for use as a high-purity standard in method development and quality control.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in exploratory chemistry for the synthesis of novel heterocycles and complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclobutyl 2,5-Dimethylphenyl Ketone
CAS No.	898790-70-0
Molecular Formula	C13H16O
Molecular Weight	188.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethylcyclobutylphenyl ketone; 1-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-1-cyclobutanone; Cyclobutyl(2,5-dimethylphenyl)methanone; (2,5-Dimethylphenyl)(cyclobutyl)methanone; 898790-70-0; Cyclobutyl 2,5-Xylyl Ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cyclobutyl 2,5-Dimethylphenyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.