Description

Benzoin CAS NO 579-44-2 is a crystalline organic compound belonging to the class of hydroxy ketones, specifically a 2-hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethanone. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its dual functional groups, making it a key building block in organic synthesis and a precursor for various downstream products. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and polymer industries seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials for complex chemical processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the production of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Photoinitiator Manufacturing: Acts as a key raw material in the synthesis of UV-curing photoinitiators used in inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Utilized as a starting material or fixative in the creation of complex aromatic compounds.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a versatile building block for benzoin condensation reactions and the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds.
• Polymer Additives: Used in the production of stabilizers or other specialty additives for polymer formulations.
• Laboratory Reagent: Functions as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoin
CAS No.	579-44-2
Molecular Formula	C14H12O2
Molecular Weight	212.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-1,2-diphenylethanone; α-Hydroxybenzyl Phenyl Ketone; Benzoylcarbinol; Bitter Almond Oil Camphor; Phenacyl Alcohol; Phenylbenzoylcarbinol; (RS)-Benzoin; DL-Benzoin; Racemic Benzoin
EINECS	209-441-7

Quality Control

Our Benzoin is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer various grades, including technical and purified grades, to meet diverse industrial requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	132 - 137 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.