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Benzophenone (BP)

CAS 119-61-9 · Formula C13H10O · MW 182.22 g/mol

Classic Type II hydrogen-abstraction photoinitiator, used with amine synergists for surface cure of UV coatings and varnishes (Coatings & Construction) Low-cost initiator for UV/UV-LED inks and overprint varnish (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures UV-curable plastics and adhesives in amine-synergist systems (Plastics & Polymers)

Safety Data Sheet
CAS Number
119-61-9
Formula
C13H10O
Molecular Weight
182.22 g/mol
Material Family
Specialty Additives
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing · Synthesis Intermediate
Applications & Use Cases
  • Classic Type II hydrogen-abstraction photoinitiator, used with amine synergists for surface cure of UV coatings and varnishes (Coatings & Construction)
  • Low-cost initiator for UV/UV-LED inks and overprint varnish (Industrial Manufacturing)
  • Cures UV-curable plastics and adhesives in amine-synergist systems (Plastics & Polymers)
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
119-61-9
Molecular Formula
C13H10O
Molecular Weight
182.22 g/mol
IUPAC Name
diphenylmethanone
PubChem CID
InChI Key
RWCCWEUUXYIKHB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
3.4
Full Description

Classic Type II hydrogen-abstraction photoinitiator, used with amine synergists for surface cure of UV coatings and varnishes (Coatings & Construction) Low-cost initiator for UV/UV-LED inks and overprint varnish (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures UV-curable plastics and adhesives in amine-synergist systems (Plastics & Polymers)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benzophenone (BP) (CAS 119-61-9)?

Benzophenone (BP) (CAS 119-61-9) is a crosslinking / curing agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Classic Type II hydrogen-abstraction photoinitiator, used with amine synergists for surface cure of UV coatings and varnishes (Coatings & Construction)

What is the molecular formula and weight of Benzophenone (BP)?

Molecular formula C13H10O, molecular weight 182.22 g/mol. IUPAC name: diphenylmethanone

Is Benzophenone (BP) hazardous?

Yes

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