2-Benzoylbenzoic acid
Also known as: 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid, o-Benzoylbenzoic acid, 2-Carboxybenzophenone, Benzophenone-2-carboxylic acid, OBBA, o-Carboxybenzophenone, 1-Carboxy-2-phenylcarbonylbenzene, Benzoic acid, 2-benzoyl-, Diphenylmethanone-2-carboxylic acid
2-Benzoylbenzoic acid (CAS 85-52-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H10O3 and a molecular weight of 226.227 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 126-129 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 436.4±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 231.9±20.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 85-52-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-3705-8
- Molecular Formula
- C14H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 226.227 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 126-129 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 436.4±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 231.9±20.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 226.062988 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 2.31 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.617 |
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 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid is 85-52-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid?
2-Benzoylbenzoic acid has molecular formula C14H10O3 and molecular weight 226.227 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid?
For 2-Benzoylbenzoic acid, Upstream Products: Phthalic anhydride, benzene, 2-Bromobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: (S)-(-)-Limonene, Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate, 2-cyanobenzophenone.
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