Benzanilide

Name:
Benzanilide
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	benzoylaniline; phenylbenzamide
M Formula:	C6H5NH(COC6H5)
Properties:
White to reddish crystals and powder. Related to acetanilide, containing benzoyl in place of acetyl radical. D 1.306, mp 160–162C. Soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water; slightly soluble in ether.
Derivation:
From benzoic anhydride and aniline with sodium hydroxide.
Use:
Intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, drugs, and perfumes.