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Diphenylcyclopropenone

Also known as: Diphencyprone, 1,2-Diphenylcyclopropen-3-one, 2,3-Diphenyl-2-cyclopropen-1-one, 2,3-Diphenylcycloprop-2-en-1-one, DPC

Diphenylcyclopropenone (CAS 886-38-4) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H10O and a molecular weight of 206.239 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 118-122 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 407.2±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 182.7±23.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
886-38-4
Jingsj CID
J-24441-5
Molecular Formula
C15H10O
Molecular Weight
206.239 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point118-122 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point407.2±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point182.7±23.7 °C
Exact Mass206.073166
PSA17.07000
LogP3.78
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.669

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Yugang Gong, et al. Diphenylcyclopropenone plays an effective therapeutic role by up-regulating the TSLP/OX40L/IL-13 pathway in severe alopecia areata. Exp Dermatol. 2021 Feb;30(2):278-283. [2]. Zekayi Kutlubay, et al. Assessment of treatment efficacy of diphenylcyclopropenone (DPCP) for alopecia areata. Turk J Med Sci. 2020 Dec 17;50(8):1817-1824.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Diphenylcyclopropenone?

The CAS number of Diphenylcyclopropenone is 886-38-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Diphenylcyclopropenone?

Diphenylcyclopropenone has molecular formula C15H10O and molecular weight 206.239 g/mol.

Is Diphenylcyclopropenone hazardous?

Diphenylcyclopropenone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Diphenylcyclopropenone?

For Diphenylcyclopropenone, Upstream Products: Cinnamyl alcohol, Benzyl alcohol, 2-Octyn-1-ol; Downstream Products: 2-Phenylacetophenone.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Diphenylcyclopropenone (CAS 886-38-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-24441-5 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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