2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride
Also known as: Diphenylmaleic anhydride, 3,4-Diphenylfuran-2,5-dione, 3,4-Diphenyl-2,5-furandione, 2,5-Furandione, 3,4-diphenyl-, 3,4-Diphenyl-2,5-dihydrofuran-2,5-dione
2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride (CAS 4808-48-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H10O3 and a molecular weight of 250.249 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 153-157ºC, a boiling point of 437.1±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 215.4±25.9 °C. 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.
- 4808-48-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-42227-5
- Molecular Formula
- C16H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 250.249 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 153-157ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 437.1±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 215.4±25.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 250.062988 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 3.29 |
| Appearance | Crystalline Powder or Powder | Yellow to dark yellow |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.642 |
| Additional Property | DMF: soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. M. Yoon, et al. 2,3-Diphenylmaleic Anhydride, an Analogue of cis-Stilbene. Acta Cryst. (1995). C51, 1374-1377 |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2917399090 |
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| Summary | 2917399090 aromatic polycarboxylic acids, 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 2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride?
The CAS number of 2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride is 4808-48-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride?
2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride has molecular formula C16H10O3 and molecular weight 250.249 g/mol.
Is 2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride hazardous?
2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride?
For 2,3-Diphenylmaleic anhydride, Upstream Products: Benzoylformic acid, 3,4-diphenyl-5H-furan-2-one, Ethyl benzoylformate; Downstream Products: 3,4-diphenyl-5H-furan-2-one, benzoic acid.
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