Benzilic acid, EP

Name: Benzilic acid, EP
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-047099

About Benzilic acid, EP

Benzilic acid (CAS 76-93-7) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals (EP grade). With the molecular formula C14H12O3, it has a molar mass of 228.24 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-hydroxy-2,2-diphenylacetic acid. Alternative names: Diphenylglycolic acid and Benzylic acid.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 1 hazard statement. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 g, 250 g, 1 kg and 50 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzilic acid, EP
Catalogue No.	VQ-047099
CAS Number	76-93-7
IUPAC name	2-hydroxy-2,2-diphenylacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₂O₃
Molecular weight	228.24 g/mol
Exact mass	228.0786
Grade	EP
HSN code	29181990
InChIKey	UKXSKSHDVLQNKG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C2=CC=CC=C2)(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	6463

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	Diphenylglycolic acid, Benzylic acid, Diphenylhydroxyacetic acid, Hydroxydiphenylacetic acid, Glycolic acid, diphenyl-, Acide diphenylhydroxyacetique, 2,2-Diphenyl-2-hydroxyacetic acid, alpha-Hydroxy-alpha-phenylbenzeneacetic acid, alpha-Hydroxy-2,2-diphenylacetic acid, Mandelic acid, alpha-phenyl-, alpha-phenylmandelic acid, alpha,alpha-Diphenylglycolic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, 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 76-93-7

Benzilic acid, ≥99%

CAS: 76-93-7
Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₃
MW: 228.24 g/mol

VQ-008402

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzilic acid, EP?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzilic acid, EP is 76-93-7. It is also known as Diphenylglycolic acid, Benzylic acid, Diphenylhydroxyacetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzilic acid, EP?

Benzilic acid, EP has the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molecular weight of 228.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxy-2,2-diphenylacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzilic acid, EP can I order?

We supply Benzilic acid, EP in EP grade, in 100 g, 250 g, 1 kg, 50 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzilic acid, EP?

Yes. Every lot of Benzilic acid, EP 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 Benzilic acid, EP be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzilic acid, EP 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.