2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester

About 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester

2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester is an ester carrying the CAS registry number 606-28-0. Formula C15H12O3, molecular weight 240.25 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate. It is also known as Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate or Methyl o-benzoylbenzoate.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester
Catalogue No.	VQ-039069
CAS Number	606-28-0
IUPAC name	methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₁₂O₃
Molecular weight	240.25 g/mol
Exact mass	240.0786
InChIKey	NQSMEZJWJJVYOI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2
PubChem CID	11816

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate, Methyl o-benzoylbenzoate, Benzoic acid, o-benzoyl-, methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 2-benzoyl-, methyl ester, o-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzophenone, methyl 2-(phenylcarbonyl)benzoate, o-Benzoyl benzoic acid, methyl ester, Benzoic acid, benzoyl-, methyl ester, 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzophenone

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 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester is 606-28-0. It is also known as Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate, Methyl o-benzoylbenzoate, Benzoic acid, o-benzoyl-, methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester?

2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester has the molecular formula C15H12O3 and a molecular weight of 240.25 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester can I order?

We supply 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester 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 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.