Description

2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone (CAS No. 7473-98-5) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C₁₀H₁₂O₂, widely utilized as a photoinitiator in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives. This compound, also known by its IUPAC name 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenylpropan-1-one, exhibits excellent reactivity under UV light, facilitating rapid polymerization processes. Its clear to pale-yellow liquid form ensures easy incorporation into formulations, while its low volatility and high efficiency make it a preferred choice for industrial applications. Suitable for research and manufacturing, our product is rigorously tested for purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced photochemical applications.

Properties

• CAS Number: 7473-98-5
• Complexity: 167
• IUPAC Name: 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenyl-propan-1-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C10H12O2/c1-10(2,12)9(11)8-6-4-3-5-7-8/h3-7,12H,1-2H3
• InChI Key: XMLYCEVDHLAQEL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 164.083729621
• Molecular Formula: C10H12O2
• Molecular Weight: 164.20
• SMILES: CC(C)(C(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1)O
• Topological: 37.3
• Monoisotopic Mass: 164.083729621
• Physical Description: NKRA; Liquid
• Synonyms: 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone, 7473-98-5, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenylpropan-1-one, benzoyl isopropanol, UNII-Z0LRG273AD, EINECS 231-272-0, NSC 401744, DTXSID8044830, NSC-401744, 2-hydroxy-iso-butyrophenone, DAROCURE 1173, DTXCID6024830, EC 231-272-0, HYDROXY-2-METHYL-1-PHENYL-1-PROPANONE, 2-, BENZOYL ISOPROPANOL [INCI], xmlycevdhlaqel-uhfffaoysa-n, 1-Propanone, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenyl-, 2-Hydroxy-2-methyl propiophenone, 1-Phenyl-2-hydroxy-2-methylpropan-1-one, 2-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenyl-1-propanone, 2-hydroxy-2-benzoylpropane, Z0LRG273AD, 2-Benzoyl-2-propanol, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenyl-propan-1-one, 1-phenyl-2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-propanone, 2-Hydroxy-isobutyrophenone, hydroxy dimethyl acetophenone, SCHEMBL21310, SCHEMBL6546660, CHEMBL3187850, SCHEMBL16554098, SCHEMBL22129644, SCHEMBL29061577, MSK3429, 2-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylacetophenone, Tox21_301675, MFCD00040710, NSC401744, UV1173, AKOS015890573, 1ST3429, 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone, 97%, CS-W017909, DS-2389, NCGC00256283-01, 54784-04-2, AC-18357, MSK3429-1000, CAS-7473-98-5, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenyl propane-1-on, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenyl-propane-1-on, DB-297643, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenyl-propane-1-one, H0991, NS00009512, 1ST3429-1000, E80394, EN300-198217, A838215, IHT-PI 1173 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone, Q27294844, 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone Solution in Methanol, 1000?g/mL, 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone Solution in Methanol, 1000mug/mL, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenyl-propan-1-one;2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone

Application

2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone is primarily used as a photoinitiator in UV-curable systems, enabling fast and efficient polymerization in coatings, inks, and adhesives. Its high reactivity under UV light makes it ideal for applications requiring rapid curing and strong film formation. Additionally, it is employed in dental composites and 3D printing resins due to its excellent compatibility and performance. Researchers also utilize this compound in photochemical studies and material science experiments.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H302 (98.9%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H400 (27.7%): Very toxic to aquatic life [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]
• H410 (21.4%): Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]
• H412 (30.1%): Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]

Precautionary Statements

• P264, P270, P273, P301+P317, P330, P391, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Acute Tox. 4 (98.9%)
• Aquatic Acute 1 (27.7%)
• Aquatic Chronic 1 (21.4%)
• Aquatic Chronic 3 (30.1%)

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