Description

4-n-Butyl-4'-tert-Butylbenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, characterized by its unique alkyl-substituted structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional component in advanced material synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for developing novel products and enhancing material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber: Used in the formulation of UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives, and as a light stabilizer in polymer systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the research and development of electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Additive: Functions as a modifier or cross-linking agent to impart specific thermal or optical properties to engineered plastics.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-n-Butyl-4'-tert-Butylbenzophenone
CAS No.	95282-55-6
Molecular Formula	C21H26O
Molecular Weight	294.43 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Butyl-4'-(1,1-dimethylethyl)benzophenone; 4-n-Butyl-4'-tert-butylbenzophenone; 4-Butyl-4'-tert-butylbenzophenone; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4'-butylbenzophenone; Benzophenone, 4-butyl-4'-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 4-tert-Butyl-4'-butylbenzophenone; BBZP (abbreviation); Light Absorber BBZP
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-n-Butyl-4'-tert-Butylbenzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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