Benzophenone Crystals

Benzophenone Crystals; an organic compound that belongs to the class of ketones, is a crystallised mild smelling solid in its raw form.

If you are not comfortable working with Benzophenone in its raw form, we provide a pre-dissolved solution in DPG at 10% here for your convenience.

At room temperature, Benzophenone has an extremely low vapour pressure and so its effect upon a fragrance becomes really apparent in compositions at higher temperatures or when combined with lower boiling point ingredients. 

The material is however; an extremely good fixative for rose and other floral notes, and whilst it is most useful in hot applications like candles and bath oils, it is still used extensively in perfumes for its sweet, powdery, geranium-like notes.

Widely used in sunscreens and other cosmetic products as an ultraviolet (UV) light absorber, helping to protect the skin from UV radiation.

Product specification.

CAS No: 119-61-9
Odour description (decreasing): Plastic, Geranium, Herbal, Metallic, Rose, Powdery, Phenolic
Odour Strength: High (recommend smelling in a 10% solution or less)
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces, through to 6%
Substantivity: 394 hour(s) at 100%
Solvent: None
Synonyms: Diphenylmethanone, Diphenyl Ketone, Benzoylbenzene, Benzophenone Crystals, Benzophenone Cryst.
Molecular Formula: C13H10O
IFRA:

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements:

• H350 May cause cancer (exposure route).
• H373 May cause damage to organs (organs) through prolonged or repeated exposure (exposure route).
• H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
• H401 Toxic to aquatic life.

Precautionary statements:

• P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
• P260 Do not breathe vapour or dust.
• P273 Avoid release to the environment.
• P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
• P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
• P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
• P405 Store locked up.
• P501 Dispose of contents/container to approved disposal site, in accordance with local regulations.

Professional/Industrial use only.