Benzophenone
- CAS Number
- 119-61-9
- HSN Code
- 29143930
- Molecular Formula
- C13H10O
- Catalogue Number
- AL0626
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 182.22 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Benzophenone is the simplest member of the class of benzophenones, being formaldehyde in which both hydrogens are replaced by phenyl groups. It has a role as a photosensitizing agent and a plant metabolite.
Also known as Diphenyl ketone.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0626
- CAS Number
- 119-61-9
- Molecular Formula
- C13H10O
- Molecular Weight
- 182.22 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29143930
- Grade
- 99%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 48.5 °C; Boiling point: 305.9 °C; Flash point: greater than 270 °F; Density: 1.111 g/cu cm at 18 °C; Solubility: In water, 1.37X10+2 mg/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Orthorhombic prisms from alcohol (alpha); monoclinic prisms (beta)
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle, 5 Kg plastic container
- Storage
- Separated from strong oxidants. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Benzophenone
- Catalogue No.
- AL0626
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 119-61-9
- EC Number
- 204-337-6
- Grade
- 99%
- EC Index Number
- 606-013-00-2
- Chemical Formula
- C13H10O
- HSN Code
- 29143930
- Synonyms
- Diphenyl ketone
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- UV-absorber, photoinitiator, fragrance fixative
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Aquatic Chronic 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 3102 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- None identified
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Benzophenone
- CAS No.
- 119-61-9
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Mild irritation to skin and eyes.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Combustible material; may produce toxic fumes when burned.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and collect using inert absorbent material. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use gloves and safety goggles. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from strong oxidants. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use.
- Eye protection
- Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166 (EU).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Not required under normal conditions of use.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Geranium-like odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- 48.5 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 305.9 °C
- Flash point
- greater than 270 °F
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not specified
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable under normal conditions
- Vapour pressure
- 0.0001 mmHg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Relative vapor density (air = 1): 6.3
- Density
- 1.111 g/cu cm at 18 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 1.37X10+2 mg/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 3.18
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; avoid strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- On combustion, forms toxic gases. Reacts with strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomp it emits acrid and irritating fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat Oral >10,000 mg/kg; LD50 Rat Oral 1,900 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse Oral 2,895 (2,441-3,434) mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 3077
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 3077
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 3077
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 3077
- UN-No. (RID)
- 3077
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 9
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a UV photoinitiator in coatings and inks, a UV-filter reference compound, and a fragrance fixative in perfumery.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00251
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 182.22 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99% | 99.5% |
| Melting Point | 62-65 °C | 63 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water | Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol. |
The above product is expected to comply with 99% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% | ≥ 99% | m.p. 48.5 °C; b.p. 305.9 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | In water, 1.37X10+2 mg/L at 25 °C |
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