Product introduction:
4-Fluorobenzophenone is a high-purity fine chemical compound widely recognized for its role as an intermediate in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty material synthesis. With a minimum purity of 99.0% and a melting point range of 46–49 °C, this compound is supplied as an off-white crystalline powder, ensuring excellent stability and consistent performance across applications.
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Product Specifications
Property | Specification | Standard |
Chemical Name | 4-Fluorobenzophenone | IUPAC Standard |
CAS Number | 345-83-5 | Chemical Abstracts Service |
Molecular Formula | C₁₃H₉FO | - |
Molecular Weight | 200.21 g/mol | - |
Appearance | Off-white powder | Visual inspection |
Melting Point | 46-49°C | USP/BP Method |
Purity | ≥99.0% minimum | HPLC Analysis |
Storage Condition | Cool, dry place | Room temperature |
Quality Assurance and Testing
Test Parameter | Method | Acceptance Criteria |
Identity | NMR Spectroscopy | Conforms to reference |
Purity | HPLC | ≥99.0% |
Melting Point | Capillary method | 46-49°C |
Moisture Content | Karl Fischer | ≤0.5% |
Heavy Metals | ICP-MS | ≤10 ppm |
Residue on Ignition | Gravimetric | ≤0.1% |
Applications of 4-Fluorobenzophenone
4-Fluorobenzophenone is a versatile fine chemical widely used as an intermediate in multiple industries. Its unique molecular structure, combining a carbonyl group with a fluorine substituent, makes it highly valuable in synthesis and material development.
Polymer and Resin Synthesis : A key building block in the production of advanced polymers such as PEK and PEEK, known for exceptional thermal stability, chemical resistance, and durability. These polymers are essential in aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing.
Pharmaceutical Intermediates : Plays an important role in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), supporting the development of new therapeutic drugs.
Agrochemicals – Serves as a precursor in the formulation of pesticides and herbicides, contributing to modern crop protection solutions.
Specialty Chemicals & Dyes: Used in producing high-performance dyes, UV-curing agents, coatings, and polymer stabilizers. Its photophysical properties also make it a valuable ingredient in photoinitiators for inks, coatings, and adhesives.
Research & Development: Extensively applied in academic and industrial organic chemistry research, enabling the design of novel molecules and materials.
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