Benzophenone-1
Alias
2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone
Methanone, (2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)phenyl-
Benzophenone, 2,4-dihydroxy-
Category
Non-ionic surfactants-Phenol
CAS No.
131-56-6
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C13H10O3
Molecular Weight: 214.22
Structural Formula
Properties
Appearance: white to pale yellow crystal.
Solubility: slightly soluble in water.
Stability: stable. easily oxidized.
Risk: irritation, irritation to skin, eye.
Animal toxicity[1]: rat oral LD50: 8600mg/Kg;
mouse intravenous LD50: 85mg/Kg;
mouse intraperitoneal LD50: 100mg/Kg.
Ecology: may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability: biodegradable.
Characteristics: excellent anti-photoaging, dispersing, emulsifying abilities.
Synthesis
Quality standards & test methods
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Actives*, %, ≥
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Major Uses
UV absorbing agent, sunscreen agent in personal care products.
UV absorbing agent in paints, polymers, resins, plastics.
Use as photosensitizing agent.
Manufacturers
References
[1]:http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/:131-56-6
Update: 20130909(1);