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Benzilic acid

Also known as: 2,2-Diphenyl-2-hydroxyacetic acid, 2,2-diphenyl-2-hydroxyethanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-2,2-diphenylacetic acid, 2-hydroxy-2,2-diphenylethanoic acid, Diphenylglycolic acid, Diphenylhydroxyacetic acid, Hydroxy(diphenyl)acetic acid, α-Hydroxy-2,2-diphenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, α-hydroxy-α-phenyl-, Benzylic acid, Glycolic acid, diphenyl, 4-10-00-01256 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), EINECS 200-993-2, MFCD00004447

Benzilic acid (CAS 76-93-7) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molecular weight of 228.243 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 149-151 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 409.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 215.3±23.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
76-93-7
Jingsj CID
J-1503843-4
Molecular Formula
C14H12O3
Molecular Weight
228.243 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point149-151 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point409.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point215.3±23.8 °C
Exact Mass228.078644
PSA57.53000
LogP3.03
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.623
StabilityStable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Combustible.
Additional Property1.41 g/L (25 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code29181980

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Benzilic acid?

The CAS number of Benzilic acid is 76-93-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzilic acid?

Benzilic acid has molecular formula C14H12O3 and molecular weight 228.243 g/mol.

Is Benzilic acid hazardous?

Benzilic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzilic acid?

For Benzilic acid, Upstream Products: Benzaldehyde, Benzil, Benzophenone; Downstream Products: 3,3-Diphenylpropanoic acid, Tropine benzilate, Methylbenactyzium Bromide.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzilic acid (CAS 76-93-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1503843-4 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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