
CAS : 134-81-6
MDL : MFCD00003080
EINECS : 205-157-0
Other name :
Dibenzoyl
Chemical Properties
Formula : C14H10O2
Formula weight : 210.23
Melting Point : 94-96°
Boiling Point : 346-348°
Density : 1.521
Sensitivity : Ambient temperatures.
Form : Powder
Solubility : Soluble in ethanol and ethyl ether. Insoluble in water.
Applications
Benzil is used as a pharmaceutical intermediate and uv curing resin photosensitizer. In polymer chemistry, it is used as a photoinitiator. Further, it serves as a potent inhibitor of human carboxylesterases. It is used in the preparation of diketimines by reacting with amines. It is also involved in the famous benil-benzilic acid rearrangement. In addition this, it reacts with 1,3-diphenylacetone to get tetraphenylcyclopentadienone.
Grade Specifications
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Hazard Statements : H315-H319-H335-H303Causes skin irritation.Causes serious eye irritation.May cause respiratory irritation.May be harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary Statements : P261-P305+P351+P338-P302+P352-P321-P405-P501aAvoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.Specific treatment (see label).Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Other References :
Beilstein : 608047Merck : 14,1078
| Pakage | 100g, 2500g, 500g |
|---|---|
| brand | Alfa Aesar |




