Description

Butyl 4-Benzoylbenzoate is a specialized organic ester compound, recognized by the CAS registry number 67055-68-9. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced material synthesis, prized for its specific molecular structure. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, coating, and specialty chemical industries seeking to modify material properties or develop novel photoactive compounds.

Application

• As a key photoinitiator intermediate or co-initiator in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• As a polymer modifier and plasticizer in specialty resin formulations to alter flexibility and thermal properties.
• As a chemical building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• In the production of liquid crystal polymers (LCPs) and other high-performance engineering plastics.
• As an additive in specialty coatings to enhance weatherability and cross-linking density.
• For research and development in material science, particularly in developing novel photoactive materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl 4-Benzoylbenzoate
CAS No.	67055-68-9
Molecular Formula	C18H18O3
Molecular Weight	282.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Benzoylbenzoic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl p-Benzoylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-benzoyl-, butyl ester; 4-(Benzoyl)benzoic Acid Butyl Ester; p-(Benzoyl)benzoic Acid Butyl Ester; BBP (context-specific); Butyl 4-(Phenylcarbonyl)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Butyl 4-Benzoylbenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and performance, meeting the specifications required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible organic solvents. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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