Dibenzoylmethane
Also known as: 1,3-Diphenyl-1,3-propanedione, 1,3-Diphenylpropane-1,3-dione, Phenacyl phenyl ketone, Phenyl phenacyl ketone, 1,3-Propanedione, 1,3-diphenyl-, DBM
Dibenzoylmethane (CAS 120-46-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H12O2 and a molecular weight of 224.255 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 77-79 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 357.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 146.9±20.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 120-46-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-3756-1
- Molecular Formula
- C15H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 224.255 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 77-79 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 357.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 146.9±20.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 224.083725 |
| PSA | 34.14000 |
| LogP | 3.04 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.584 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Mingnan Cao, et al. Dibenzoylmethane Protects Against CCl4-Induced Acute Liver Injury by Activating Nrf2 via JNK, AMPK, and Calcium Signaling. AAPS J. 2017 Nov;19(6):1703-1714. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2914399090 |
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| 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 Dibenzoylmethane?
The CAS number of Dibenzoylmethane is 120-46-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dibenzoylmethane?
Dibenzoylmethane has molecular formula C15H12O2 and molecular weight 224.255 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Dibenzoylmethane?
For Dibenzoylmethane, Upstream Products: Benzoyl chloride, Acetophenone, Methyl benzoate; Downstream Products: 2,2-Difluoro-1,3-diphenylpropane-1,3-dione, Ethyl benzoylformate, Ethyl benzoate.
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