2-Methylbenzophenone

Name: 2-Methylbenzophenone
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-027248

About 2-Methylbenzophenone

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Methylbenzophenone, an impurity of Orphenadrine registered under CAS number 131-58-8. Its molecular formula is C14H12O and its molecular weight is 196.24 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2-methylphenyl)-phenylmethanone. Common synonyms include Methanone, (2-methylphenyl)phenyl- and o-Methylbenzophenone.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

As a characterised impurity of Orphenadrine, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Methylbenzophenone in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Orphenadrine

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Orphenadrine.

Orphenadrine impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Methylbenzophenone
Catalogue No.	VQ-027248
CAS Number	131-58-8
IUPAC name	(2-methylphenyl)-phenylmethanone
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₂O
Molecular weight	196.24 g/mol
Exact mass	196.0888
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	CKGKXGQVRVAKEA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2
PubChem CID	67230

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	Methanone, (2-methylphenyl)phenyl-, o-Methylbenzophenone, Phenyl o-tolyl ketone, Benzophenone, 2-methyl-, Phenyl 2-tolyl ketone, (2-Methylphenyl)phenylmethanone, 2-methylphenyl phenyl ketone, Benzophenone, 2-methyl-(8CI), (2-methylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone, phenyl(o-tolyl)methanone, Methylbenzophenone, Phenyl tolyl ketone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, 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-Methylbenzophenone?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Methylbenzophenone is 131-58-8. It is also known as Methanone, (2-methylphenyl)phenyl-, o-Methylbenzophenone, Phenyl o-tolyl ketone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylbenzophenone?

2-Methylbenzophenone has the molecular formula C14H12O and a molecular weight of 196.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2-methylphenyl)-phenylmethanone.

What is 2-Methylbenzophenone used for?

2-Methylbenzophenone is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Orphenadrine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Methylbenzophenone can I order?

We supply 2-Methylbenzophenone in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Methylbenzophenone?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Methylbenzophenone 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-Methylbenzophenone be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Methylbenzophenone is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.