Description
Molecular Formula: C14H12O
Molecular Weight: 196.24
Structural Formula:
Specification:
Items
Specifications
Melting Point
-18°C
Boiling Point
125-127°C/0.3mmHg(lit.)
Density
1.083g/mL at 25°C(lit.)
Refractive index
n20/D1.5958(lit.)
Flash Point
>230°F
Solubility
Soluble in chloroform (little), methanol (little)
Water solubility
Insoluble in water
Items | Specifications |
Melting Point | -18°C |
Boiling Point | 125-127°C/0.3mmHg(lit.) |
Density | 1.083g/mL at 25°C(lit.) |
Refractive index | n20/D1.5958(lit.) |
Flash Point | >230°F |
Solubility | Soluble in chloroform (little), methanol (little) |
Water solubility | Insoluble in water |
Function:
1.2 – Methyl benzophenone is an effective photoinitiator.
2. As an organic synthesis intermediate, the benzophenone portion of its molecular structure provides a wealth of reaction sites.
Application:
1. In the coatings industry, 2-methylbenzophenone is widely used in UV curing coatings.
2. In the ink industry, it is used in UV curing inks. It is used in high speed printing and food packaging printing.
3. It is used in the synthesis of drugs. It can be used as a starting material or intermediate to synthesize compounds with pharmacological activity.
4. It is used in the formulation of perfumes and flavors for use in cosmetics and food industries.
