2-Methylbenzophenone

Also known as: o-methylbenzophenone, Phenyl o-tolyl ketone, Phenyl 2-tolyl ketone, 2-Phenyl carbonyl toluene, 2-Phenyl tolyl ketone, (2-Methylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone, Benzophenone, 2-methyl-, Methanone, (2-methylphenyl)phenyl-, MFCD00008518

2-Methylbenzophenone (CAS 131-58-8) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O and a molecular weight of 196.245 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -18ºC, a boiling point of 310.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 119.0±13.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 131-58-8
Jingsj CID: J-31653-0
Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O
Molecular Weight: 196.245 g/mol
Category: Ketones
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	-18ºC
Boiling Point	310.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	119.0±13.7 °C
Exact Mass	196.088821
PSA	17.07000
LogP	3.64
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.576

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 2-Methylbenzophenone?

The CAS number of 2-Methylbenzophenone is 131-58-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylbenzophenone?

2-Methylbenzophenone has molecular formula C14H12O and molecular weight 196.245 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methylbenzophenone?

For 2-Methylbenzophenone, Upstream Products: 2-Methylbenzeneboronic acid, Benzoyl chloride, Benzoic anhydride; Downstream Products: 2-Methylbenzhydryl chloride, 1-Phenyl-2,3-naphthalenedicarboxylic anhydride, Benzene,1-methyl-4-(phenylmethyl)-.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methylbenzophenone (CAS 131-58-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-31653-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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