CAS Registry Number

CAS 85-52-9 — 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid

2-Benzoylbenzoic acid is an aromatic ketone acid used in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediates, and as a precursor in the production of dyes, pigments, and certain agrochemicals. It functions as a key building block in chemical manufacturing due to its reactive carbonyl and carboxylic acid groups. This compound has a CAS number of 85-52-9, a molecular formula of C14H10O3, and a molecular weight of 226.23 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions but requires handling with caution, as indicated by its *Warning* signal word. Molekula supplies 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.