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Benzhydrol

Also known as Diphenylmethanol, Diphenylcarbinol, Benzohydrol

CAS 91-01-0Formula C13H12OMolar mass 184.24 g/molEC 202-033-8
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 36 suppliers listed
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Benzhydrol chemical structure, C13H12O, CAS 91-01-0
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
91-01-0
Formula
C13H12O
Molar mass
184.24 g/mol
EC number
202-033-8
HS code
290629
Category
Impurities and reference standards

What is Benzhydrol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Diphenylmethanol is a secondary alcohol that is diphenylmethane which carries a hydroxy group at position 1. It has a role as a human xenobiotic metabolite, a bacterial xenobiotic metabolite, a human urinary metabolite and a rat metabolite. It is a member of benzyl alcohols and a secondary alcohol. It derives from a hydride of a diphenylmethane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
diphenylmethanol
CAS number
91-01-0 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
202-033-8
Molecular formula
C13H12O
UNII
S4HQ1H8OWD
MDL number
MFCD00004488, MFCD03702609
INCI name
BENZHYDROL
InChIKey
QILSFLSDHQAZET-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C13H12O/c14-13(11-7-3-1-4-8-11)12-9-5-2-6-10-12/h1-10,13-14H
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C2=CC=CC=C2)O

Synonyms

  • Diphenylmethanol
  • Diphenylcarbinol
  • Benzohydrol
  • Hydroxydiphenylmethane
  • Diphenyl carbinol
  • Diphenylmethyl alcohol
  • alpha-Phenylbenzenemethanol
  • Benzenemethanol, alpha-phenyl-
  • Benzhydryl alcohol
  • diphenyl methanol
  • diphenyl-methanol
  • Diphenylmethanol, 99%
  • Diphenylmethanol (Benzhydrol)
  • diphenylmethan-1-ol
  • alpha-phenylbenzyl alcohol
  • 1,1-diphenylmethanol
  • Benzhydrol, United S
  • 1gt5
  • CINNARAZINE_met011
  • Cyclizine impurity B CRS
  • Benzhydrol (Diphenylmethanol)
  • 4-06-00-04648 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • Dimenhydrinate impurity i
  • Diphenhydramine impurity d
  • Qilsflsdhqazet-uhfffaoysa-
Show all 29 synonyms
  • Diphenylcarbinol, Diphenylmethanol
  • Cyclizine Hydrochloride EP Impurity B
  • Benzhydrol Solution in Methanol, 100ug/mL
  • Benzhydrol(Discontinued,See C4X-202910)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
184.24 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
184.0888 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.77calc.
Topological polar surface area
20.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
14calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.08calc.
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, c1ccc(Cc2ccccc2)cc1

c1ccc(Cc2ccccc2)cc1

2 rings, 13 atoms, the Diphenylmethane ring system.

8,982 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements (16)
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name BENZHYDROL(perfuming)

Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • bacterial metabolite
  • bacterial xenobiotic metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • human urinary metabolite
  • human xenobiotic metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • prokaryotic metabolite
  • rat metabolite
  • xenobiotic metabolite

Functional uses

  • Fragrance

Cosmetic functions

  • Perfuming

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Benzhydrol is traded under.

HS 2906.29Indicative HS code

Aromatic, other

World exports in 2024
$326M
+13.4% vs 2023, imports $229M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China46.3%
  2. Saudi Arabia27.5%
  3. India * partner reported7.7%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported26.5%
  2. China7.3%
  3. United States6.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Benzhydrol, based on the data on this page

What is Benzhydrol?

Diphenylmethanol is a secondary alcohol that is diphenylmethane which carries a hydroxy group at position 1. It has a role as a human xenobiotic metabolite, a bacterial xenobiotic metabolite, a human urinary metabolite and a rat metabolite. It is a member of benzyl alcohols and a secondary alcohol.

What is the CAS number of Benzhydrol?

The CAS registry number of Benzhydrol is 91-01-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Benzhydrol?

The molecular formula of Benzhydrol is C13H12O and its molar mass is 184.24 g/mol.

What is Benzhydrol used for?

Known uses and roles of Benzhydrol include fragrance ingredients in cosmetics and personal care, fragrance ingredients in flavors and fragrances, animal metabolite, bacterial metabolite, bacterial xenobiotic metabolite and 11 more.

Is Benzhydrol hazardous?

Benzhydrol carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Benzhydrol?

Benzhydrol is usually classified under HS code 290629 (Aromatic, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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