| Purity / Analysis Method | >99.0%(GC) |
| Molecular Formula / Molecular Weight | C__1__4H__1__2O__3 = 228.25 |
| Physical State (20 deg.C) | Solid |
| CAS RN | 131-57-7 |
| PubChem Substance ID | 87570693 |
| Merck Index (14) | 6954 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00008387 |
Oxybenzone
Purity : >99.0%(GC)
CAS No.: 131-57-7
EC No.: 205-031-5
EC Name: (2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone
ECHA Name: Oxybenzone
Synonyms:
oxybenzone
131-57-7
2-HYDROXY-4-METHOXYBENZOPHENONE
Benzophenone-3
(2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)(phenyl)methanone
Specification & Properties
Specifications:
| Appearance | White to Light yellow to Green powder to crystal |
| Purity(GC) | min. 99.0 % |
| Melting point | 62.0 to 65.0 deg.C |
| Solubility in Methanol | almost transparency |
Properties:
| Melting Point | 63 deg.C |
| Solubility in water | Insoluble |
| Solubility (very soluble in) | Toluene,Alcohol |
Safety & Regulations
Safety Information:
| Chemical Safety |   |
| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statements | H315 : Causes skin irritation. H319 : Causes serious eye irritation. H410 : Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
| Precautionary Statements | P501 : Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. P273 : Avoid release to the environment. P264 : Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 : Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection. P302 + P352 : IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P391 : Collect spillage. P337 + P313 : If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P305 + P351 + P338 : IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P362 + P364 : Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P332 + P313 : If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. |
Related Laws:
| RTECS# | DJ1575000 |
Transport Information:
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
Hazard Classification:
Warning!
According to the classification provided by companies to ECHA in REACH registrations this substance
is very toxic to aquatic life and
is toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
