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Product Name
Benzophenone, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
InChI
1S/C13H10O/c14-13(11-7-3-1-4-8-11)12-9-5-2-6-10-12/h1-10H
SMILES string
O=C(C1=CC=CC=C1)C2=CC=CC=C2
InChI key
RWCCWEUUXYIKHB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
grade
pharmaceutical primary standard
vapor pressure
1 mmHg ( 108 °C)
API family
benzophenone
form
crystalline
manufacturer/tradename
USP
bp
305 °C (lit.)
mp
47-51 °C (lit.)
application(s)
USP Biologics
pharmaceutical (small molecule)
format
neat
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Analysis Note
Application
General description
Benzophenone is an aromatic ketone that serves as a photoinitiator and UV stabilizer in biologic formulations. In pharmaceutical applications, it is primarily utilized to prevent degradation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) caused by exposure to UV light. Its inclusion in biologic product formulations helps ensure the stability and longevity of these products, particularly in formulations sensitive to light-induced degradation.
The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.
For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.
Other Notes
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Danger
hcodes
Hazard Classifications
Aquatic Chronic 3 - Carc. 1B - STOT RE 2 Oral
target_organs
Liver,Kidney
Storage Class
6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
wgk
WGK 1
flash_point_f
280.4 °F - closed cup
flash_point_c
138 °C - closed cup
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