Description

3-Fluoro-3'-Iodo-4-Methoxybenzophenone is a high-value, multi-functional benzophenone derivative featuring distinct halogen substituents. This compound matters as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures in advanced research and development. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D teams for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, as well as by academic and industrial researchers in material science exploring photoactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing kinase inhibitory activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides, where the fluorine and iodine atoms can modulate biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Development: Explored for applications in coatings, inks, and plastics due to the benzophenone core's ability to absorb ultraviolet light.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) where the iodine atom acts as an excellent leaving group for further functionalization.
• Chemical Biology Probe Synthesis: Employed to create molecular probes for studying biological processes, leveraging its halogen atoms for labeling or conjugation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-3'-Iodo-4-Methoxybenzophenone
CAS No.	951886-03-6
Molecular Formula	C14H10FIO2
Molecular Weight	356.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-3'-iodo-4-methoxybenzophenone; (3-Fluorophenyl)(3-iodo-4-methoxyphenyl)methanone; 3'-Iodo-3-fluoro-4-methoxybenzophenone; 4-Methoxy-3'-(iodo)-3-fluorobenzophenone; Benzophenone, 3-fluoro-3'-iodo-4-methoxy-; Methanone, (3-fluorophenyl)(3-iodo-4-methoxyphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-3'-Iodo-4-Methoxybenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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