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Benzil dimethyl ketal (2,2-dimethoxy-2-phenylacetophenone)

CAS 24650-42-8 · Formula C16H16O3 · MW 256.30 g/mol

Highly reactive Type I benzil-ketal photoinitiator for fast cure of clear UV coatings and varnishes (Coatings & Construction) Used in UV inks and high-speed line curing (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures clear UV-curable adhesives, composites and unsaturated-polyester systems (Plastics & Polymers)

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CAS Number
24650-42-8
Formula
C16H16O3
Molecular Weight
256.30 g/mol
Material Family
Specialty Additives
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing
Functional Roles
Applications & Use Cases
  • Highly reactive Type I benzil-ketal photoinitiator for fast cure of clear UV coatings and varnishes (Coatings & Construction)
  • Used in UV inks and high-speed line curing (Industrial Manufacturing)
  • Cures clear UV-curable adhesives, composites and unsaturated-polyester systems (Plastics & Polymers)
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
24650-42-8
Molecular Formula
C16H16O3
Molecular Weight
256.30 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2,2-dimethoxy-1,2-diphenylethanone
PubChem CID
InChI Key
KWVGIHKZDCUPEU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
3
Full Description

Highly reactive Type I benzil-ketal photoinitiator for fast cure of clear UV coatings and varnishes (Coatings & Construction) Used in UV inks and high-speed line curing (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures clear UV-curable adhesives, composites and unsaturated-polyester systems (Plastics & Polymers)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benzil dimethyl ketal (2,2-dimethoxy-2-phenylacetophenone) (CAS 24650-42-8)?

Benzil dimethyl ketal (2,2-dimethoxy-2-phenylacetophenone) (CAS 24650-42-8) is a crosslinking / curing agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Highly reactive Type I benzil-ketal photoinitiator for fast cure of clear UV coatings and varnishes (Coatings & Construction)

What is the molecular formula and weight of Benzil dimethyl ketal (2,2-dimethoxy-2-phenylacetophenone)?

Molecular formula C16H16O3, molecular weight 256.30 g/mol. IUPAC name: 2,2-dimethoxy-1,2-diphenylethanone

Is Benzil dimethyl ketal (2,2-dimethoxy-2-phenylacetophenone) hazardous?

Yes

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