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2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone

Also known as (2-hydroxyphenyl)(2-methoxyphenyl)methanone

CAS 21147-18-2Formula C14H12O3Molar mass 228.25 g/mol
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2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone chemical structure, C14H12O3, CAS 21147-18-2
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CAS number
21147-18-2
Formula
C14H12O3
Molar mass
228.25 g/mol
HS code
291450
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molar mass of 228.25 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 21147-18-2. The IUPAC name is (2-hydroxyphenyl)-(2-methoxyphenyl)methanone.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2-hydroxyphenyl)-(2-methoxyphenyl)methanone
CAS number
21147-18-2 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C14H12O3
InChIKey
HSCIDDFNIHSEDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C14H12O3/c1-17-13-9-5-3-7-11(13)14(16)10-6-2-4-8-12(10)15/h2-9,15H,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
COC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2O

Synonyms

  • (2-hydroxyphenyl)(2-methoxyphenyl)methanone

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
228.25 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
228.0786 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.63calc.
Topological polar surface area
46.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
17calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.07calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C(c1ccccc1)c1ccccc1

O=C(c1ccccc1)c1ccccc1

2 rings, 14 atoms, the Benzophenone ring system.

5,108 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone is traded under.

HS 2914.50Indicative HS code

Ketone-phenols and ketones with other oxygen function

World exports in 2024
$438M
+10.9% vs 2023, imports $420M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China50.5%
  2. India * partner reported11.6%
  3. United States11.3%
Top importers
  1. United States20.8%
  2. Germany10.0%
  3. Netherlands8.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

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What is 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone?

2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molar mass of 228.25 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 21147-18-2. The IUPAC name is (2-hydroxyphenyl)-(2-methoxyphenyl)methanone.

What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone?

The CAS registry number of 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone is 21147-18-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone?

The molecular formula of 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone is C14H12O3 and its molar mass is 228.25 g/mol.

What is 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone used for?

Known uses and roles of 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone?

2-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybenzophenone is usually classified under HS code 291450 (Ketone-phenols and ketones with other oxygen function). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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