3-Methylbenzophenone

Name: 3-Methylbenzophenone
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-039070

About 3-Methylbenzophenone

3-Methylbenzophenone (CAS 643-65-2) is a carbonyl building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C14H12O, molecular weight 196.24 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (3-methylphenyl)-phenylmethanone. Common synonyms include Phenyl m-tolyl ketone and 3-Benzoyltoluene.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination and API intermediates. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Methylbenzophenone in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Methylbenzophenone
Catalogue No.	VQ-039070
CAS Number	643-65-2
IUPAC name	(3-methylphenyl)-phenylmethanone
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₂O
Molecular weight	196.24 g/mol
Exact mass	196.0888
InChIKey	URBLVRAVOIVZFJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=CC=C1)C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2
PubChem CID	69511

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	3.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	Phenyl m-tolyl ketone, 3-Benzoyltoluene, m-Methylbenzophenone, Methanone, (3-methylphenyl)phenyl-, Phenyl 3-tolyl ketone, (3-Methylphenyl)phenylmethanone, Phenyl(m-tolyl)methanone, Benzophenone, 3-methyl-, (3-Methylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone, 3-methylphenyl phenyl ketone, m-tolyl(phenyl)methanone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P273, P319, P391, 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 3-Methylbenzophenone?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methylbenzophenone is 643-65-2. It is also known as Phenyl m-tolyl ketone, 3-Benzoyltoluene, m-Methylbenzophenone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylbenzophenone?

3-Methylbenzophenone has the molecular formula C14H12O and a molecular weight of 196.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (3-methylphenyl)-phenylmethanone.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Methylbenzophenone can I order?

We supply 3-Methylbenzophenone, 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 3-Methylbenzophenone?

Yes. Every lot of 3-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 3-Methylbenzophenone be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-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.