4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98%

Name: 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008037

About 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98%

Listed under CAS 131-57-7, 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone is a carbonyl building block available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 98%. Formula C14H12O3, molecular weight 228.24 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone. Common synonyms include 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone and Oxybenzone.

In its supplied form it is a white to light yellow to green powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 62-65 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination, API intermediates and polymer and resin production. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Available in 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008037
CAS Number	131-57-7
IUPAC name	(2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₂O₃
Molecular weight	228.24 g/mol
Exact mass	228.0786
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29145000
InChIKey	DXGLGDHPHMLXJC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC(=C(C=C1)C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2)O
PubChem CID	4632

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to light yellow to green powder
Melting point	62-65 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone, Oxybenzone, Benzophenone-3, 2-Benzoyl-5-methoxyphenol, Advastab 45, Methanone, (2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)phenyl-, 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxybenzophenone, Ongrostab HMB, Usaf cy-9, Spectra-sorb UV 9, Chimassorb 90, Uvinul 9

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, 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

Other grades of CAS 131-57-7

IP/BP/USP

Oxybenzone

CAS: 131-57-7
Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₃
MW: 228.24 g/mol

VQ-004250

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98% is 131-57-7. It is also known as 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone, Oxybenzone, Benzophenone-3.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98%?

4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98% has the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molecular weight of 228.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98% can I order?

We supply 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98% 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 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxy benzophenone, 98% 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.