4-Nitrobenzophenone

Advance your organic synthesis, photochemistry, and pharmaceutical research with 4-Nitrobenzophenone (CAS No.: 1144-74-7, CAT No.: SRCN-001). This compound is a substituted benzophenone, featuring a nitro group at the para position, and serves as a versatile intermediate for the preparation of dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators, as well as a building block for antimalarial and other bioactive agents.

The molecular formula is C₁₃H₉NO₃ and the molecular weight is approximately 227.22 g/mol. 4-Nitrobenzophenone generally appears as a white to light yellow or green crystalline powder. It has a reported melting point of 136–138 °C and a boiling point around 369 °C (estimate). It is moderately soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone but less soluble in water.

Product Highlights

Technical Features & Benefits

• Para-Nitro Substitution: Increases reactivity and facilitates further modifications for pharmaceutical and material science applications.
• High Purity and Versatility: Supplied at ≥98–99% purity for analytical, research, and semi-industrial applications.
• Photochemical Activity: Used as a photoinitiator and building block for fluorescent dyes and analytical standards.
• Stable Solid: Crystalline form supports ease of handling, weighing, and storage stability.

Application Areas

• Intermediate in organic synthesis for dye, pigment, and drug development
• Photoinitiator in polymer chemistry
• Building block for SAR studies of antimalarial and related compounds
• Analytical standard and research tool for photochemical and electronic materials

Safety & Handling

• Wear appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles, lab coat)
• Avoid inhalation, ingestion, and direct contact with skin or eyes
• Store in sealed containers below +30°C, away from moisture and light
• Dispose of wastes per local and national regulations

Why Choose SRIRAMCHEM Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.?

• Manufactured under strict quality assurance for high purity and reproducibility
• Full analytical documentation (COA, NMR, HPLC) with every batch
• Custom synthesis, scale-up services, and responsive technical support

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