BENZOIN (for synthesis),100 gm,98%
- Brand: RESEARCH-LAB FINE CHEM INDUSTRIES
- Catalog No.: 00249 00100
- CAS No: 119-53-9
- Quantity/Unit: 100 gm/Bottle
- Usually Shipped in: 4-7 Days
Min Orderable Qty : 1 Pack
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Benzoin by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries is a high grade reagent. Also known as 2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetophenone, this compound is a hydroxy ketone attached to two phenyl groups. This reagent is available as an off-white powder which is slightly soluble in water and ethanol. It has a melting point of 132 to 137 C and a boiling point of 344 C. While this reagent is stable under general conditions, it is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Benzoin can be generated from benzaldehyde by a benzoin condensation reaction. CAS No.: 119-53-9 Quantity Provided: 100 gm per bottle Molecular formula: C14H12O2 Molecular weight: 212.25 Assay: minimum 98 %Benzoin has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. This reagent is involved in the organic synthesis of a variety of intermediates. It is majorly employed as a precursor to benzil, which is a photoinitiator. Benzoin tincture is also used by some hikers and athletes to quicken the formation of calluses in the feet, which will prevent painful blisters. This reagent is suitable for industrial synthesis of products and research applications.