Benzoin

Also known as: 2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetophenone, 2-Hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethanone, α-Hydroxy-α-phenylacetophenone, α-Hydroxybenzyl phenyl ketone, Desyl alcohol, Phenylbenzoylcarbinol, Bitter almond oil camphor, 1,2-Diphenyl-2-hydroxyethanone, Ethanone, 2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenyl-, FEMA 2132, MFCD00004496, Nisso Cure MB

Benzoin (CAS 119-53-9) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O2 and a molecular weight of 212.244 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 134-138 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 343.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 154.8±14.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 119-53-9
Jingsj CID: J-12915-8
Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight: 212.244 g/mol
Category: Ketones
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	134-138 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	343.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	154.8±14.9 °C
Exact Mass	212.083725
PSA	37.30000
LogP	2.13
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.609

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. COMPOUND SUMMARY. Benzoin

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2914400090
Summary	2914400090 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 Benzoin?

The CAS number of Benzoin is 119-53-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzoin?

Benzoin has molecular formula C14H12O2 and molecular weight 212.244 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzoin?

For Benzoin, Upstream Products: Benzil, Benzaldehyde, trans-Stilbene; Downstream Products: N′-(2-Hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethylidene)benzohydrazide, 2-amino-4,5-diphenylfuran-3-carbonitrile, Glyceryl tribenzoate.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzoin (CAS 119-53-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-12915-8 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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