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Benzoin, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Benzoin is used as a flavor, antiseptic and photopolymerization catalyst. It is also used as a raw material in organic syntheses. It serves as a precursor to benzil, which is a photoinitiator. Further, it is used as degassing agent for powder coatings. In addition to this, it is used as an additive and in powder coating to remove the pinhole phenomenon.
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Benzoin is used as a flavor, antiseptic and photopolymerization catalyst. It is also used as a raw material in organic syntheses. It serves as a precursor to benzil, which is a photoinitiator. Further, it is used as degassing agent for powder coatings. In addition to this, it is used as an additive and in powder coating to remove the pinhole phenomenon.
Solubility
Soluble in chlorine. Slightly soluble in water, ethanol and ether.
Notes
Moisture sensitive. Incompatible with acids, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides and strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point
131°C to 136°C
Density
1.31
Boiling Point
334°C to 344°C
Flash Point
181°C (357°F)
Odor
Pleasant
Quantity
250 g
Beilstein
391839
Merck Index
14,1093
Solubility Information
Soluble in chlorine. Slightly soluble in water,ethanol and ether.
Formula Weight
212.25
EINECSNumber
204-331-3
RTECSNumber
DI1590000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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