4-Chlorobenzophenone

4-Chlorobenzophenone

4-Chlorodiphenyl ketone; p-Chlorobenzophenone

CAS 134-85-0

Chemical Formula C₁₃H₉ClO

Molecular Weight 216.65 g/mol

4-Chlorobenzophenone is a chlorinated aromatic ketone, featuring a benzophenone structure with a chlorine atom at the para position of one phenyl ring. It serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science due to its reactivity in nucleophilic and catalytic reactions. This compound's electron-withdrawing chlorine substituent enhances its versatility in various chemical processes, including asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions. 

Industrial Uses

1. Performance Chemicals

  • UV-Curing Applications: 4-Chlorobenzophenone acts as a photoinitiator in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives. When exposed to UV light, it generates free radicals that initiate the polymerization of monomers, leading to the rapid curing of the material.

2. Pharmaceuticals

  • Intermediate: 4-Chlorobenzophenone is an intermediate in the synthesis of several drugs, including fenofibrate, an anti-hyperlipidemic agent. It can be modified through various reactions to introduce different functional groups, leading to the creation of antihistamines, anti-inflammatory drugs, and other therapeutic compounds.

3. Agrochemicals

  • Precursor: The compound is also used in the synthesis of pesticides and herbicides. Its aromatic structure and reactive chlorine substituent make it a useful precursor for creating agrochemicals with specific biological activities.

Specifications

Assay 99%
Appearance White to pale yellow crystalline solid
Odor Faint aromatic odor
Boiling Point 331°C
Melting Point 83°C
Density 1.24 g/cm3
Solubility Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol, acetone, and other organic solvents
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point 157°C

Hazard Symbols

Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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