Benzil CAS No. 134-81-6

Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-20

Product Name

Benzil

Multiple Names

Benzil;

Dibenzoyl;

Diphenylethanedione;

Melting Point Standard Benzil;

1.2-Diphenylethane-1.2-Dione

CAS No. 134-81-6

EC No. 205-157-0

MF No. C14H10O2

MW No. 210.228

It is used as pharmaceutical intermediate, photosensitizer of UV curing resin, pharmaceutical raw material, organic synthesis intermediate, pesticide, photosensitizer, organic synthesis intermediate, adhesive, etc.

Advantage of Benzil CAS No. 134-81-6

Soluble in ethanol, ether and other organic solvents

It is optically active

Stable, combustible, Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

 

Aspect Details
Chemical Name Benzil
CAS Number 134-81-6
EINECS Number 205-157-0
Molecular Formula C₁₄H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight 210.23 g/mol
Physical Appearance Yellow crystalline powder or prisms
Melting Point 94-97°C
Boiling Point 346-348°C (decomposes)
Density 1.23 g/cm³
Solubility Soluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate, benzene, and ether; insoluble in water.
Applications Used as a photoinitiator in UV-curable resins, pharmaceutical intermediate (e.g., in antiepileptic drugs), organic synthesis intermediate, and pesticide. Also utilized in dye production and as a sensitizer for thick-film resin curing.
Safety Information Classified as irritant (Xi). Avoid inhalation, skin, and eye contact. Handle in a well-ventilated area with appropriate protective equipment.

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