2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone
TL;DR: 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone (CAS 131-57-7) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C14H12O3 and molecular weight 228.07864 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
(2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone
Also Known As: oxybenzone, 2-HYDROXY-4-METHOXYBENZOPHENONE, Oxybenzon, Anuvex, Oxibenzona
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C14H12O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 228.07864 g/mol |
| XLogP | 3.6 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 46.5 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 1 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 3 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 3 |
| Exact Mass | 228.07864 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 17 |
| Complexity | 258.0 |
| Melting Point | 151 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 302 to 320 °F at 5 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.32 at 25 °C |
| Flash Point | 100 °C (212 °F) - closed cup |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.00000142 [mmHg] |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| SMILES | COC1=CC(=C(C=C1)C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2)O |
| InChIKey | DXGLGDHPHMLXJC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone (CAS 131-57-7) with custom synthesis available from milligram to multi-kilogram scale, supported by COA, MSDS, and HPLC/NMR/MS documentation.
A pharmaceutical intermediate supplied by CoreyChem, 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone (CAS 131-57-7) has the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molecular weight of 228.08 g/mol. Reported properties include a density of 1.32 at 25 °C g/cm³, a solubility: less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992). It is also known as oxybenzone and Benzophenone-3.
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Chemical Property Profile of 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone
Property Insights of 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone
The XLogP value of 3.6 indicates that 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone is lipophilic (fat-soluble), which may influence its absorption, distribution, and formulation strategy. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 46.5 Ų, 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone has 1 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 3 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone?
The CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone is 131-57-7.
What is the molecular formula of 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone?
The molecular formula of 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone is C14H12O3.
What is the molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone?
The molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone is 228.07864 g/mol.
What are the applications of 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone?
2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone (CAS...
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