Compound Q&A
What industries use 1,2-Bis(4-methylphenyl)-1,2-ethanedione (CAS: 3457-48-5)?
Answer
1,2-Bis(4-methylphenyl)-1,2-ethanedione is primarily used in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. It serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various drugs and organic compounds. Additionally, it has applications in the polymer industry for the production of certain polymers and in the electronics sector for use in semiconductor materials.
About
CAS No
3457-48-5
English Name
1,2-Bis(4-methylphenyl)-1,2-ethanedione
Molecular Formula
C16H14O2
Molecular Weight
238.29 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)C(=O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)C
InChIKey
BCWCEHMHCDCJAD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 12:55
