2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone, 98+%

Description

CAS: 131-57-7 | C14H12O3 | 228.247 g/mol

2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone is used as a broad-band filter in sunscreens cosmetic products in order to protect the skin from the deleterious effects of the sun. It acts as a reagent in the gravimetric determination of copper(II). Further, it is used in the preparation of poly[(2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone) propylene], which is a polymeric ligand useful for the synthesis of metal/ligand polychelates.

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Applications
2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone is used as a broad-band filter in sunscreens cosmetic products in order to protect the skin from the deleterious effects of the sun. It acts as a reagent in the gravimetric determination of copper(II). Further, it is used in the preparation of poly[(2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone) propylene], which is a polymeric ligand useful for the synthesis of metal/ligand polychelates.

Solubility
Insoluble in water.

Notes
Store in a cool place. Incompatible with bases, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides and oxidizing agents.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 131-57-7
• Molecular Formula: C14H12O3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 228.247
• MDL Number: MFCD00008387
• InChI Key: DXGLGDHPHMLXJC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: oxybenzone, 2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone, benzophenone-3, oxybenzon, 4-methoxy-2-hydroxybenzophenone, 2-benzoyl-5-methoxyphenol, oxibenzona, oxybenzonum, 2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl phenyl methanone, anuvex
• PubChem CID: 4632
• ChEBI: CHEBI:34283
• IUPAC Name: (2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone
• SMILES: COC1=CC(=C(C=C1)C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2)O

• Melting Point: 62°C to 65°C
• Density: 1.3
• Boiling Point: ∼150°C (5mmHg)
• Flash Point: 216°C (420°F)
• Quantity: 50 g
• Beilstein: 1913145
• Merck Index: 14,6954
• Solubility Information: Insoluble in water.
• Formula Weight: 228.25
• Percent Purity: ≥98%
• Chemical Name or Material: 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Warning
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement P261-P280-P305+P351+P338-P304+P340-P405-P501a Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
EINECSNumber	205-031-5
RTECSNumber	DJ1575000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only