trans-1,2-Dibenzoylethylene
Also known as: (E)-1,2-Dibenzoylethylene, (E)-1,2-Dibenzoylethene, (E)-1,4-Diphenyl-2-butene-1,4-dione, 2-Butene-1,4-dione,1,4-diphenyl-, (2E)-, trans-1,4-Diphenyl-2-butene-1,4-dione, trans-1,2-Dibenzoylethene, trans-Dibenzoylethylene, NSC 1983, 1,2-Dibenzoylethylene, MFCD00003083, EINECS 213-498-1, LABOTEST-BB LT00068044, TIMTEC-BB SBB007664, TRANS-DIPHENACYLIDENE, trans-1,4-diphenylbut-2-ene-1,4-dione
trans-1,2-Dibenzoylethylene (CAS 959-28-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H12O2 and a molecular weight of 236.26500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 109-112 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 368.5ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.141g/cm3 and a flash point of 138.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 959-28-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-25403-5
- Molecular Formula
- C16H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 236.26500 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 109-112 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 368.5ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.141g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 138.2ºC |
| Exact Mass | 236.08400 |
| PSA | 34.14000 |
| LogP | 3.30840 |
| Refractive Index | 1.597 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of trans-1,2-Dibenzoylethylene?
The CAS number of trans-1,2-Dibenzoylethylene is 959-28-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of trans-1,2-Dibenzoylethylene?
trans-1,2-Dibenzoylethylene has molecular formula C16H12O2 and molecular weight 236.26500 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of trans-1,2-Dibenzoylethylene?
For trans-1,2-Dibenzoylethylene, Upstream Products: 1,2-Dibenzoylethane, Fumaryl chloride, benzene; Downstream Products: Diphenyl sulfide, 2,5-Diphenylfuran, 1,2-Dibenzoylethane.
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