Molekula
Diphenyl Acetic Acid Melting point standard
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Diphenyl acetic acid is a high-purity organic compound primarily used as a melting point standard in analytical chemistry and material testing. It serves as a reference for calibrating thermal analysis equipment, ensuring accurate temperature measurements in processes like differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and melting point determination. This product has a CAS number of 117-34-0, a molecular formula of (C6H5)2CHCO2H, and a molecular weight of 212.24 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions, with a signal word classification of "Warning" for safety handling. Molekula supplies Diphenyl Acetic Acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
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Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90033136 |
| CAS Number | 117-34-0 |
| Molecular Formula | (C6H5)2CHCO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 212.24 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C2=CC=CC=C2)C(=O)O |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29163979 |
| Tariff Code | 2916399090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H303 May be harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Diphenyl Acetic Acid primarily used for?
Diphenyl Acetic Acid is primarily used as a **melting point standard** in analytical chemistry for calibrating and validating thermal analysis equipment.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Diphenyl Acetic Acid?
The formula is **(C6H5)₂CHCO₂H**, and the molecular weight is **212.24 g/mol**.
How should Diphenyl Acetic Acid be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances.
What purity grades are available for this product?
Molekula supplies Diphenyl Acetic Acid in **analytical grade** (typically ≥99% purity) for precision thermal analysis applications.
Can Molekula supply Diphenyl Acetic Acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options—please contact our sales team for custom quantities and pricing.
What documentation is provided with an order of Diphenyl Acetic Acid?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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