4-Hydroxy-4′-chlorobenzophenone (CAS No: 42019-78-3) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Fenofibrate and Fenofibric acid. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: 4-p-Chlorobenzoylphenol, (4-Chlorophenyl)(4-hydroxyphenyl)methanone
CAS No: 42019-78-3
PubChem CID: 123504
Mol Formula: C13H9ClO2
Mol Weight: 232.66 g/mol
Used in APIs: Fenofibrate and Fenofibric acid
IUPAC Name: (4-chlorophenyl)-(4-hydroxyphenyl)methanone
API Intermediate Description: 4-Hydroxy-4'-chlorobenzophenone is primarily used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of fenofibrate, a medication used to treat high cholesterol and triglycerides. Its dual functional groups (chloro and hydroxy) also make it a versatile building block in organic synthesis for creating other pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, polymers, and fine chemicals. It is also used in some medicinal chemistry research.
