Molekula
Benzhydrol, 99%
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Benzhydrol, 99% is a white crystalline solid used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical production. It has a molecular formula of (C6H5)2CHOH, a molecular weight of 184.23 g/mol, and is stored at ambient temperature. Its CAS number is 91-01-0. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Benzhydrol, 99% from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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500 g — £89.00 per pack ex VAT · £106.80 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 66-68°C |
| Water | ≤0.2% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Purity | ≥99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 160 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Vapour Pressure | 0.0000273 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 7037 (Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027530 |
| CAS Number | 91-01-0 |
| IUPAC Name | diphenylmethanol |
| EC Number | 202-033-8 |
| Molecular Formula | (C6H5)2CHOH |
| Molecular Weight | 184.23 |
| Exact Mass | 184.0888 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C2=CC=CC=C2)O |
| InChIKey | QILSFLSDHQAZET-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C13H12O/c14-13(11-7-3-1-4-8-11)12-9-5-2-6-10-12/h1-10,13-14H |
| PubChem CID | 7037 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2906296000 |
| Tariff Code | 2906290090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- alpha-Phenylbenzenemethanol
- Benzenemethanol, alpha-phenyl-
- Benzhydryl alcohol
- Benzohydrol
- Diphenylcarbinol
- diphenylmethan-1-ol
- Diphenylmethanol
- Diphenylmethanol (Benzhydrol)
- Diphenylmethyl alcohol
- Hydroxydiphenylmethane
Frequently asked questions
What is Benzhydrol used for?
Benzhydrol is commonly used as a precursor in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Benzhydrol?
The formula is (C6H5)2CHOH and the molecular weight is 184.23 g/mol.
How should Benzhydrol be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of Benzhydrol does Molekula supply?
We supply Benzhydrol at 99% purity, suitable for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply Benzhydrol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Benzhydrol in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Benzhydrol order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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