Benzoin, 99%

Name: Benzoin, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019081

About Benzoin, 99%

Listed under CAS 119-53-9, Benzoin is a polymer additive available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade, specified at 99% purity. Formula C14H12O2, molecular weight 212.24 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethanone. It is also known as a-Hydroxy-a-phenylacetophenone or a-Hydroxybenzyl phenyl ketone.

It is supplied as a white to light yellow powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 134-138 °C and a boiling point of 194 °C/12 mmHg. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

Key uses span polymerisation initiation, plasticising and modification, plastics compounding and UV-curing photoinitiation. Our customers for this product work in polymers and plastics.

Standard pack sizes are 100 g, 250 g, 5 kg and 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymerisation initiation
Plasticising & modification
Plastics compounding
UV-curing photoinitiation

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzoin, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019081
CAS Number	119-53-9
IUPAC name	2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethanone
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₂O₂
Molecular weight	212.24 g/mol
Exact mass	212.0837
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29143990
InChIKey	ISAOCJYIOMOJEB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2)O
PubChem CID	8400

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to light yellow powder
Melting point	134-138 °C
Boiling point	194 °C/12 mmHg
Density	1.31
LogP (XLogP3)	2.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	a-Hydroxy-a-phenylacetophenone, a-Hydroxybenzyl phenyl ketone, 2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetophenone, Benzoylphenylcarbinol, Ethanone, 2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenyl-, (+-)-Benzoin, Phenylbenzoyl carbinol, alpha-Hydroxy-alpha-phenylacetophenone, alpha-Hydroxybenzyl phenyl ketone, Aerozoin, desyl alcohol, Phenyl-alpha-hydroxybenzyl ketone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Hazard statements

H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P273, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzoin, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzoin, 99% is 119-53-9. It is also known as a-Hydroxy-a-phenylacetophenone, a-Hydroxybenzyl phenyl ketone, 2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetophenone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzoin, 99%?

Benzoin, 99% has the molecular formula C14H12O2 and a molecular weight of 212.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethanone.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzoin, 99% can I order?

We supply Benzoin, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 100 g, 250 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzoin, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Benzoin, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Benzoin, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Benzoin, 99% worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.