BENZOPHENONE

BENZOPHENONE is a versatile product catering to various markets, including personal care, healthcare, and pharma. In personal care, it finds applications in sun care products like sunscreen cream, offering protection against harmful UV rays. Additionally, it is utilized in fragrances, adding depth and longevity to scents. In the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, is employed in pharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly API manufacturing.

INCI Name: Benzophenone

Chemical Name: Benzophenone

CAS Number: 119-61-9

Chemical Family: Ketones

Synonyms: alpha-Oxodiphenylmethane, alpha-Oxoditane, Benzoyl-Benzene, Benzoylbenzene, Di(phenyl)methanone, Diphenyl-Methanone, Diphenylketone, Diphenylmethanone, Ph2CO, Phenyl Ketone

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Identification & Functionality

CAS-US
119-61-9
Chemical Family
Ketones
Chemical Name
Benzophenone
INCI Name
Benzophenone
Tilley Product Number
10357-01
Base Chemicals Functions
Intermediate
CASE Ingredients Functions
Intermediate
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Fragrance Enhancer,
Fragrance Ingredient
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
API Intermediate
Molecular formula
C₁₃H₁₀O
Technologies
Base Chemicals & Intermediates,
CASE Ingredients,
Cosmetic Ingredients,
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Aroma Ingredients
Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Intermediates
Ketones
CASE Ingredients — Monomers & Intermediates
Intermediates
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Pharmaceutical Actives & Precursors
Intermediates & Precursors

Applications & Uses

Markets
Healthcare & Pharma,
Paints & Coatings,
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Fragrances & Perfumes,
Sun Care
Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction
Wood Coatings & Finishes
Healthcare & Pharma — Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
API Manufacturing
Application Format
Creams,
Leave On
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Paper,
Wood
Cure Method
Radiation Cure
Base Chemicals End Uses
Cosmetic Sunscreens,
Medicine,
Perfumes
Coating End Applications
Paper Coating,
Radiation Curable Coating,
Varnishes,
Wood Coating
Fragrances & Perfume Applications
Fragrances & Perfumes
Sun Care Applications
Sunscreen Cream

Properties

Physical Form
Flakes,
Solid
Odor
Characterisitc odor
Appearance
White to light yellow crystals to flake
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flash Point311°F-
Melting Point Range47 - 49°CFCC Method
Puritymin. 99%QC_30.M,Gas Chromatography
Boiling Point306°C-
Loss on Dryingmax. 01%FCC Method
Molecular Weight182.22--
Melting Point47°C-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
FLAVIS #7.032,
Kosher
Chemical Inventories
TSCA (USA)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
730 days
Storage Information

Stable under normal conditions.