2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99%

Name: 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019068

About 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, a polymer additive registered under CAS number 131-56-6, specified at 99% purity. Its molecular formula is C13H10O3 and its molecular weight is 214.22 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone. Common synonyms include DHB and Benzoresorcinol.

It is supplied as a yellow powder. Literature values give a melting point of 144.5-147 °C and a boiling point of 194 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include polymerisation initiation, plasticising and modification, plastics compounding and paints, coatings and inks. Buyers come mainly from polymers and plastics and paints and coatings.

We offer 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone in 100 g and 500 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymerisation initiation
Plasticising & modification
Plastics compounding
Paints, coatings & inks

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019068
CAS Number	131-56-6
IUPAC name	(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone
Molecular formula	C₁₃H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	214.22 g/mol
Exact mass	214.063
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29145000
InChIKey	ZXDDPOHVAMWLBH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)C2=C(C=C(C=C2)O)O
PubChem CID	8572

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Yellow powder
Melting point	144.5-147 °C
Boiling point	194 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	DHB, Benzoresorcinol, Resbenzophenone, Inhibitor DHBP, Uvinul 400, Advastab 48, Uvistat 12, Quinsorb 010, Syntase 100, Methanone, (2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)phenyl-, Uvinol 400, Eastman Inhibitor DHPB

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 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99% is 131-56-6. It is also known as DHB, Benzoresorcinol, Resbenzophenone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99%?

2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99% has the molecular formula C13H10O3 and a molecular weight of 214.22 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99% can I order?

We supply 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99% in (99%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 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 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2,4-Dihydroxybenzophenone, 99% 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.