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4,4′-Bis(diethylamino)benzophenone

CAS 90-93-7 · Formula C21H28N2O · MW 324.5 g/mol

Aminobenzophenone sensitizer/co-initiator that extends Type II cure to longer wavelengths in UV coatings (Coatings & Construction) Photosensitizer for UV/UV-LED inks, often paired with thioxanthones (Industrial Manufacturing) Sensitizes cure of pigmented UV-curable plastics and adhesives (Plastics & Polymers)

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CAS Number
90-93-7
Formula
C21H28N2O
Molecular Weight
324.5 g/mol
Material Family
Amines & Amides
At a Glance
Material Family
Amines & Amides
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing · Synthesis Intermediate
Applications & Use Cases
  • Aminobenzophenone sensitizer/co-initiator that extends Type II cure to longer wavelengths in UV coatings (Coatings & Construction)
  • Photosensitizer for UV/UV-LED inks, often paired with thioxanthones (Industrial Manufacturing)
  • Sensitizes cure of pigmented UV-curable plastics and adhesives (Plastics & Polymers)
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
90-93-7
Molecular Formula
C21H28N2O
Molecular Weight
324.5 g/mol
IUPAC Name
bismethanone
PubChem CID
InChI Key
VYHBFRJRBHMIQZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
5.3
Full Description

Aminobenzophenone sensitizer/co-initiator that extends Type II cure to longer wavelengths in UV coatings (Coatings & Construction) Photosensitizer for UV/UV-LED inks, often paired with thioxanthones (Industrial Manufacturing) Sensitizes cure of pigmented UV-curable plastics and adhesives (Plastics & Polymers)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 4,4'-Bis(diethylamino)benzophenone (CAS 90-93-7)?

4,4'-Bis(diethylamino)benzophenone (CAS 90-93-7) is a crosslinking / curing agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Aminobenzophenone sensitizer/co-initiator that extends Type II cure to longer wavelengths in UV coatings (Coatings & Construction)

What is the molecular formula and weight of 4,4'-Bis(diethylamino)benzophenone?

Molecular formula C21H28N2O, molecular weight 324.5 g/mol. IUPAC name: bismethanone

Is 4,4'-Bis(diethylamino)benzophenone hazardous?

Yes

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