Benzophenone
Also known as: Diphenyl ketone, Diphenylmethanone, Benzoylbenzene, Diphenylketone, Methanone, diphenyl-, Ketone, diphenyl, A-Oxodiphenylmethane, A-Oxoditane, Adjutan 6016, Kayacure BP, Speedcure BP, UV500, RVR, UNII-701M4TTV9O, MFCD00003076, EINECS 204-337-6, Mettler-Toledo Calibration substance ME 18870, α-Oxodiphenylmethane, α-Oxoditane, dipheny ketone
Benzophenone (CAS 119-61-9) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H10O and a molecular weight of 182.218 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 47-51 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 305.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 123.7±13.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H351 — Suspected of causing cancer and H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 119-61-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-18636-4
- Molecular Formula
- C13H10O
- Molecular Weight
- 182.218 g/mol
- Category
- Ketones
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 47-51 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 305.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 123.7±13.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 182.073166 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 3.18 |
| Additional Property | 4.21 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.584 |
| Additional Property | insoluble ( |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H351 — Suspected of causing cancer
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2914399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2914399090. other aromatic ketones without other oxygen function. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Benzophenone?
The CAS number of Benzophenone is 119-61-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzophenone?
Benzophenone has molecular formula C13H10O and molecular weight 182.218 g/mol.
Is Benzophenone hazardous?
Benzophenone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H351 — Suspected of causing cancer; H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzophenone?
For Benzophenone, Downstream Products: Tetrakis(4-bromophenyl)methane, 2-(4-chlorophenyl)-1,1-diphenylethanol, (1,1-Dimethoxyethyl)benzene.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzophenone (CAS 119-61-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-18636-4 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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