(2-Chlorophenyl)(phenyl)methanone, commonly called 2-chlorobenzophenone, is a chlorinated benzophenone derivative supplied as a high-purity white to off-white solid. It is used in research as a reagent, analytical reference, and synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry.
- CAS number 5162-03-8.
- Chemical formula C13H9ClO.
- Molecular weight 216.66 g/mol.
- Typical purity 98.8%.
- Appearance solid, white to off-white.
- Used as a research reagent, reference standard, and synthetic intermediate.
- Storage powder: -20°C (up to 3 years) or 4°C (up to 2 years).