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2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone
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2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone is a UV-absorbing chemical widely used as a photostabilizer in plastics, cosmetics, and sunscreens to prevent degradation from sunlight. It is also employed in pharmaceutical formulations and as an intermediate in organic synthesis. This white to off-white crystalline powder has a CAS number of 131-56-6, a molecular formula of 2,4-(OH)2-C6H3COC6H5, and a molecular weight of 214.22 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient conditions and handled with caution, as it carries a "Warning" signal word for safety. Molekula supplies 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light-yellow, crystalline solid |
| Melting Point | 144 °C |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Easily soluble in alcohol, ether, glacial acetic acid; scarcely soluble in cold benzene |
Source: PubChem CID 8572 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19338102 |
| CAS Number | 131-56-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone |
| EC Number | 205-029-4 |
| Molecular Formula | 2,4-(OH)2-C6H3COC6H5 |
| Molecular Weight | 214.22 |
| Exact Mass | 214.063 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)C2=C(C=C(C=C2)O)O |
| InChIKey | ZXDDPOHVAMWLBH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C13H10O3/c14-10-6-7-11(12(15)8-10)13(16)9-4-2-1-3-5-9/h1-8,14-15H |
| PubChem CID | 8572 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29145000 |
| Tariff Code | 2914500090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H361f Suspected of damaging fertility.
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Advastab 48
- Benzoresorcinol
- Inhibitor DHBP
- Methanone, (2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)phenyl-
- Quinsorb 010
- Resbenzophenone
- Syntase 100
- Uvinol 400
- Uvinul 400
- Uvistat 12
Frequently asked questions
What is 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone primarily used for?
It is commonly used as a UV absorber in plastics, cosmetics, and sunscreens to protect against ultraviolet light degradation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone?
The formula is **C13H10O3** (2,4-(OH)₂-C6H3COC6H5) with a molecular weight of **214.22 g/mol**.
What is the hazard classification (signal word) for this compound?
The signal word is **Warning**, indicating it may cause irritation but is not highly hazardous under normal use.
How should 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone be stored?
Store it in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Does Molekula supply this compound in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities of 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone for industrial and commercial applications—please contact us for pricing and lead times.
What documentation is provided with an order of this chemical?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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