Description

2',4'-Difluoro-3-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)Propiophenone is a high-purity, fluorinated aromatic ketone intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for the development of complex, high-value specialty chemicals. This compound is primarily required by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical research, and the synthesis of advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing difluorophenyl motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a vital building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the fluorine atoms to improve pesticidal activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the development of fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds for display and lighting technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying novel coupling reactions, asymmetric synthesis, and as a ligand precursor in catalyst design.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where specific fluorine substitution patterns are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2',4'-Difluoro-3-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)Propiophenone
CAS No.	898794-54-2
Molecular Formula	C17H16F2O
Molecular Weight	274.31 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2',4'-difluoropropiophenone; 1-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-3-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)propan-1-one; 2,4-Difluoro-3'-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)propiophenone; Propiophenone, 2',4'-difluoro-3-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)-; 898794-54-2; DFDP Intermediate
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Quality Control

Our production of 2',4'-Difluoro-3-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)Propiophenone adheres to a stringent quality management system. Every batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our facilities operate under cGMP guidelines where applicable, ensuring traceability and reliability for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single 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.