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Methyl benzoylformate (MBF)

CAS 15206-55-0 · Formula C9H8O3 · MW 164.16 g/mol

Liquid Type I alpha-ketoester photoinitiator for low-yellowing, low-odor cure of clear UV coatings (Coatings & Construction) Improves surface cure and reduces odor in UV/UV-LED inks and varnishes (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures clear UV-curable adhesives and plastics with easy formulation handling (Plastics & Polymers)

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CAS Number
15206-55-0
Formula
C9H8O3
Molecular Weight
164.16 g/mol
Material Family
Specialty Additives
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing
Functional Roles
Applications & Use Cases
  • Liquid Type I alpha-ketoester photoinitiator for low-yellowing, low-odor cure of clear UV coatings (Coatings & Construction)
  • Improves surface cure and reduces odor in UV/UV-LED inks and varnishes (Industrial Manufacturing)
  • Cures clear UV-curable adhesives and plastics with easy formulation handling (Plastics & Polymers)
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
15206-55-0
Molecular Formula
C9H8O3
Molecular Weight
164.16 g/mol
IUPAC Name
methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate
PubChem CID
InChI Key
YLHXLHGIAMFFBU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
1.7
Full Description

Liquid Type I alpha-ketoester photoinitiator for low-yellowing, low-odor cure of clear UV coatings (Coatings & Construction) Improves surface cure and reduces odor in UV/UV-LED inks and varnishes (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures clear UV-curable adhesives and plastics with easy formulation handling (Plastics & Polymers)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Methyl benzoylformate (MBF) (CAS 15206-55-0)?

Methyl benzoylformate (MBF) (CAS 15206-55-0) is a crosslinking / curing agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Liquid Type I alpha-ketoester photoinitiator for low-yellowing, low-odor cure of clear UV coatings (Coatings & Construction)

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl benzoylformate (MBF)?

Molecular formula C9H8O3, molecular weight 164.16 g/mol. IUPAC name: methyl 2-oxo-2-phenylacetate

Is Methyl benzoylformate (MBF) hazardous?

Yes

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