Description

[4-(Methoxymethoxy)Phenyl](Pyridin-4-Yl)Methanone is a high-purity organic building block featuring a benzophenone core substituted with a pyridine ring and a methoxymethoxy protecting group. This compound matters as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecules for advanced research and development. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and the development of functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific aromatic ketone motifs.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a foundational structure for creating chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, photoinitiators, and advanced polymers due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing fluorescent tags or molecular probes to study biological processes.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory synthetic chemistry in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	[4-(Methoxymethoxy)Phenyl](Pyridin-4-Yl)Methanone
CAS No.	938458-58-3
Molecular Formula	C14H13NO3
Molecular Weight	243.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methoxymethoxy)benzoylpyridine; 4-Pyridyl-[4-(methoxymethoxy)phenyl]methanone; (4-(Methoxymethoxy)phenyl)(pyridin-4-yl)methanone; 4'-(Methoxymethoxy)-4-pyridyl benzophenone; 938458-58-3; 4-Pyridinyl[4-(methoxymethoxy)phenyl]methanone; SCHEMBL23806227
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Quality Control

Our [4-(Methoxymethoxy)Phenyl](Pyridin-4-Yl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0% / ≥99.0% (High Purity Grades)
Water Content (KF)	≤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.