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Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate (OMBB)

CAS 606-28-0 · Formula C15H12O3 · MW 240.25 g/mol

Liquid Type II benzophenone-derivative co-initiator/synergist for low-migration surface cure of UV coatings (Coatings & Construction) Liquid initiator improving solubility in UV/UV-LED inks and varnishes (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures UV-curable plastics and adhesives in amine-synergist systems (Plastics & Polymers)

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CAS Number
606-28-0
Formula
C15H12O3
Molecular Weight
240.25 g/mol
Material Family
Specialty Additives
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing
Functional Roles
Applications & Use Cases
  • Liquid Type II benzophenone-derivative co-initiator/synergist for low-migration surface cure of UV coatings (Coatings & Construction)
  • Liquid initiator improving solubility in UV/UV-LED inks and varnishes (Industrial Manufacturing)
  • Cures UV-curable plastics and adhesives in amine-synergist systems (Plastics & Polymers)
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
606-28-0
Molecular Formula
C15H12O3
Molecular Weight
240.25 g/mol
IUPAC Name
methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate
PubChem CID
InChI Key
NQSMEZJWJJVYOI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
2.7
Full Description

Liquid Type II benzophenone-derivative co-initiator/synergist for low-migration surface cure of UV coatings (Coatings & Construction) Liquid initiator improving solubility in UV/UV-LED inks and varnishes (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures UV-curable plastics and adhesives in amine-synergist systems (Plastics & Polymers)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate (OMBB) (CAS 606-28-0)?

Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate (OMBB) (CAS 606-28-0) is a crosslinking / curing agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Liquid Type II benzophenone-derivative co-initiator/synergist for low-migration surface cure of UV coatings (Coatings & Construction)

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate (OMBB)?

Molecular formula C15H12O3, molecular weight 240.25 g/mol. IUPAC name: methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate

Is Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate (OMBB) hazardous?

Yes

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