1322-78-7

Basic information

• Product Name: (Dimethylphenyl)phenylmethanone
• Synonyms: (Dimethylphenyl)phenylmethanone;ar,ar-Dimethylbenzophenone;Phenyl xylyl ketone;Benzophenone, ar,ar-dimethyl-
• CAS NO: 1322-78-7
• Molecular Formula: C15H14 O
• Molecular Weight: 210.29
• Mol File: 1322-78-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 309.8°C (rough estimate)
• Flash Point: 136.5°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.0232 (rough estimate)
• Refractive Index: 1.5725 (estimate)
• CAS DataBase Reference: (Dimethylphenyl)phenylmethanone(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: (Dimethylphenyl)phenylmethanone(1322-78-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: (Dimethylphenyl)phenylmethanone(1322-78-7)

Safety Data

• Safety Statements: KETONES." target="_blank">Mildly toxic by ingestion and skin contact. An eye irritant. Mild skin and eye irritant. A flammable l
• Hazardous Substances Data: 1322-78-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

(Dimethylphenyl)phenylmethanone, commonly known as Michler's ketone, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C17H14O. It is a ketone that is commonly used as a sensitizing agent in the manufacturing of diazo compounds, dyes, and pigments. Michler's ketone is also used in the synthesis of colorants, pharmaceuticals, and as a photoinitiator in the production of polymer materials. (Dimethylphenyl)phenylmethanone is known to be a potential human carcinogen and has been identified as toxic to aquatic organisms, making it important to handle and dispose of it with caution.