Molekula
4-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzophenone
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4-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzophenone (4-chloro-4'-hydroxybenzophenone) is an organic compound used mainly as a synthetic intermediate, notably in the manufacture of the lipid-lowering drug fenofibrate and as a monomer for poly(ether ketone) polymers. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder. This chemical has a CAS number of 42019-78-3, with the molecular formula ClC6H4COC6H4OH and a molecular weight of 232.66 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries a signal word of "Warning" under GHS classification. Molekula supplies 4-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzophenone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystal |
| Storage Temperature | ±20℃ |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.2% |
| Moisture | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 115 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 39582283 |
| CAS Number | 42019-78-3 |
| IUPAC Name | (4-chlorophenyl)-(4-hydroxyphenyl)methanone |
| EC Number | 255-627-4 |
| Molecular Formula | ClC6H4COC6H4OH |
| Molecular Weight | 232.66 |
| Exact Mass | 232.0291 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)Cl)O |
| InChIKey | RUETVLNXAGWCDS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C13H9ClO2/c14-11-5-1-9(2-6-11)13(16)10-3-7-12(15)8-4-10/h1-8,15H |
| PubChem CID | 123504 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2914.79.9000 |
| Tariff Code | 2914790070 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (4-Chlorophenyl)(4-hydroxyphenyl)methanone
- 4-(4-chlorobenzoyl)phenol
- 4-chlorophenyl 4-hydroxyphenyl ketone
- 4-Hydroxy-4'-chlorobenzophenone
- 4-p-Chlorobenzoylphenol
- BENZOPHENONE, 4-CHLORO-4'-HYDROXY-
- BENZOPHENONE, 4-CHLORO-4'-HYDROXY-(6CI)
- CBMicro_020566
- Methanone, (4-chlorophenyl)(4-hydroxyphenyl)-
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzophenone commonly used for?
This compound is primarily used as a pharmaceutical and polymer intermediate, most notably as a key building block in the synthesis of fenofibrate and fenofibric acid, and as a monomer for poly(ether ketone) polymers.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzophenone?
The molecular formula is ClC₆H₄COC₆H₄OH and the molecular weight is 232.66 g/mol.
How should 4-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzophenone be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials.
What purity grades are available for this product?
Molekula supplies this compound in technical grade (97%+ purity) and analytical standard grade (99%+ purity).
Can Molekula supply 4-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzophenone in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., 5 kg, 25 kg, and 100 kg drums) for industrial applications—please inquire for availability.
What documentation is provided with an order of 4-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzophenone?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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