Immediate dispatch available with complete batch COA, HPLC profiles, and spectroscopic verification data.
Evaluating molecular benchmarks, scalable Friedel-Crafts reaction parameters, and critical impurity controls.
CAS 1009-14-9 (commonly classified as Valerophenone / 1-Phenylpentan-1-one, C11H14O) operates as an indispensable aromatic ketone serving as a building block for advanced fine chemicals, specialty photoinitiators, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and precision organic intermediates. Synthesized primarily through the Lewis acid-catalyzed acylation of benzene with valeryl chloride (or pentanoic anhydride), production at commercial scale demands stringent thermodynamic modulation to eliminate ortho-substituted isomers and polyacylated by-products. As an established direct China manufacturer, our continuous-flow microchannel reactors maintain narrow temperature distributions, suppressing decomposition vectors and guaranteeing low residual volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
| Analytical Parameter | Target Specification | Testing Methodology | Commercial Compliance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Valerophenone (1-Phenyl-1-pentanone) | IUPAC Standard Nomenclature | CAS Registry Standard |
| CAS Number | 1009-14-9 | Spectroscopic Identity | Global REACH / TSCA |
| Assay / Chemical Purity | ≥ 99.0% - 99.8% Area Purity | GC-FID / HPLC-DAD | Ph. Eur. / USP Reference Grade |
| Boiling Point | 239.0 - 241.0 °C at 760 mmHg | Automated Distillation Range | ASTM D1078 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless to pale amber liquid | Visual Inspection Method | Standard Factory Release |
| Water Content | ≤ 0.05% w/w | Karl Fischer Coulometric Titration | ASTM E1064 |
| Heavy Metals Residue | ≤ 5.0 ppm Total Heavy Metals | ICP-MS Multi-element Screen | ICH Q3D Impurity Guidelines |
Navigating raw material hedging, upstream petrochemical cycles, and international procurement stability.
The valuation of CAS 1009-14-9 correlates directly with n-valeric acid and benzene feedstock markets. China's integrated coal-to-chemical and cracking capacities afford a steady pricing floor, insulating international enterprise buyers against the volatile petrochemical spikes observed across Western European markets.
With environmental surveillance under China's "Dual Carbon" policies, older, batch-based pollutive manufacturers have been phased out. Modern industrial parks in Hebei, Shandong, and Jiangsu utilize closed-loop scrubbers, solvent recovery units, and continuous distillation to ensure uninterruptible annual production allotments.
Demand patterns have pivoted toward photopolymerization chemistry and specialized UV curatives used in semiconductor photolithography and performance coatings. CAS 1009-14-9 acts as an essential precursor where low ash count and trace-metal-free outputs are strictly non-negotiable.
Where CAS 1009-14-9 acts as the fundamental driver across global modern manufacturing.
Crucial in establishing core scaffold backbones for bioactive small molecules, receptor agonists, and specialty therapeutic APIs. Our multi-stage wiped-film molecular distillation guarantees total absence of halogenated trace residues, simplifying validation for pharmaceutical partners.
Acts as a critical intermediate for Norrish Type I and Type II photoinitiators. These compounds trigger rapid ultraviolet curing across specialty automotive finishes, dental resin systems, optical disc coatings, and fine-resolution stereolithography 3D-printing resins.
Selected derivative esters and reduced alcohol counterparts of CAS 1009-14-9 exhibit delicate balsamic, woody, and fruity notes, utilized by master perfumers to stabilize aroma bouquets in high-end cosmetic lines, luxury scents, and industrial aromatics.
Leveraged in microchip and display fabrication as a specialized solvent-stripper ingredient and precursor for photoresist formulations, where ionic metallic impurities (sodium, iron, copper) must remain under single-digit parts-per-billion (ppb) ceilings.
De-risking chemical import operations with thorough documentation and verified supply pathways.
Every batch ships with localized 16-section Safety Data Sheets aligned with EU REACH Regulation (EC 1907/2006) and US OSHA Hazard Communication Standards. Flashpoint verification, acute toxicity matrices, and clear aquatic environmental classifications accompany shipments to ensure immediate harbor customs clearance.
Shipped in UN-certified fluorinated HDPE drums (200kg net), epoxy-lined steel barrels, or 1000L IBC composite totes with nitrogen sparging and oxygen-barrier seals. Every container undergoes helium leak testing to guarantee zero oxidation during maritime and multimodal transit across North America, Europe, and APAC hubs.
We maintain active testing agreements with SGS, Eurofins, and Shanghai Chemical Industry Inspection Centers. Pre-shipment verification covers NMR structural confirmation, GC-MS impurity spectra, and Karl Fischer moisture validation, mitigating buyer liability before bulk containers leave the dock.
Transitioning from traditional batch production to carbon-neutral micro-reactor processing.
Deployment of 3D-printed silicon carbide continuous reactors for Friedel-Crafts acylation, reducing reaction times from 8 hours to 45 seconds while cutting localized thermal peaks.
Phasing out corrosive aluminum trichloride (AlCl3) in favor of reusable, non-corrosive solid acid zeolites, eliminating 92% of hazardous wastewater generation.
Implementation of online Raman spectroscopic feedback loops controlling stoichiometric balances in real-time, locking impurity profiles below 0.1% across multi-ton production cycles.
Integrating concentrated solar steam generators and membrane-based pervaporation dehydration systems to establish net-zero Scope 1 & Scope 2 production lines.
Detailed answers regarding lead times, analytical parameters, customs declarations, and customized syntheses.
Our commercial material routinely achieves ≥ 99.0% by GC assay, with high-specification electronic and pharmaceutical synthesis grades reaching ≥ 99.8%. Batch-specific GC chromatograms, Karl Fischer titrations, and residual solvent reports accompany every invoice.
We supply comprehensive documentation including GHS-compliant SDS, Certificates of Origin, packing lists with certified tare weights, and HS code declarations (2914390000 or regional equivalents). Our export desk is familiar with EU REACH OR (Only Representative) provisions and US EPA regulatory requirements.
Yes. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Hebei and allied parks handle custom alkylation, halogenation, and reduction profiles. If your process requires substituted propiophenones, butyrophenones, or hexanophenones, our R&D team can develop custom pilot batches from kilogram to metric ton scale.
We maintain a rolling standing inventory of 20 to 50 metric tons in bonded warehouses. Standard containerized ocean freight dispatches occur within 7 to 10 days from receipt of a formal purchase order. Express pilot quantities and trial samples are dispatched via hazardous air express within 48 hours.
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