Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate
Also known as: 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzophenone, Benzoic acid, 2-benzoyl-, methyl ester, IHT-PI OMBB, MFCD00017187, O-Benzoylbenzoic acid methyl ester, OBM, OMNIRAD OMBB, methyl 2-phenylcarbonylbenzoate, o-Benzoyl benzomethoxycarbonyl, o-Methyl-benzoyl benzoate, Omnirad OMBB, Speedcure MBB, Runtecure 1056, Daitocure OBR, Genocure MBB, PI MBB
Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate (CAS 606-28-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H12O3 and a molecular weight of 240.254 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 48-53 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 351.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 154.4±20.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements 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.
- 606-28-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1990843-1
- Molecular Formula
- C15H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 240.254 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 48-53 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 351.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 154.4±20.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 240.078644 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 2.61 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.574 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate is 606-28-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate?
Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate has molecular formula C15H12O3 and molecular weight 240.254 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate?
For Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate, Upstream Products: tert-Butyl hydroperoxide, 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid, Methyl 2-iodobenzoate; Downstream Products: 2-(Benzoylamino)benzoic acid, Bentranil, 3-Phenylphthalide.
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