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2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzophenone

Also known as: (2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)phenylmethanone, 2-Benzoyl-4-methylphenol, 5-Methyl-2-hydroxybenzophenone, 2'-HYDROXY 5'-METHYL BENZOPHENONE, Benzophenone, 2-hydroxy-5-methyl-, Methanone, (2-hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)phenyl-, RARECHEM FH 1L 0064

2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzophenone (CAS 1470-57-1) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O2 and a molecular weight of 212.24400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 83-85 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 340.2ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.164g/cm3 and a flash point of 144.8ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1470-57-1
Jingsj CID
J-26315-0
Molecular Formula
C14H12O2
Molecular Weight
212.24400 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point83-85 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point340.2ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.164g/cm3
Flash Point144.8ºC
Exact Mass212.08400
PSA37.30000
LogP2.93160
Vapor Pressure4.44E-05mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.604

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2914400090
Summary2914400090 other ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzophenone?

The CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzophenone is 1470-57-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzophenone?

2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzophenone has molecular formula C14H12O2 and molecular weight 212.24400 g/mol.

Is 2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzophenone hazardous?

2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzophenone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzophenone (CAS 1470-57-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-26315-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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