2,2'-Dihydroxybenzophenone from TCI is a benzophenone derivative that carries one hydroxyl group in the ortho position on each of its two phenyl rings. It belongs to the non-heterocyclic building blocks and is structurally close to the hydroxybenzophenone family, which is widely known for absorbing ultraviolet light. In the laboratory it serves as an intermediate in organic synthesis, a precursor to the xanthone skeleton, a ligand for metal complexes, and a model compound in studies on the photostabilization of polymer materials.
Its main advantage comes from where its hydroxyl groups sit: right next to the carbonyl group. This arrangement allows intramolecular hydrogen bonds to form. That bonding is the basis of how hydroxybenzophenone UV absorbers work, since the molecule absorbs light energy and releases it as heat without being damaged. The two phenolic groups also allow many kinds of reactions, including etherification, esterification, and intramolecular cyclization. The phenolic and carbonyl oxygen atoms can also bind metal ions together, so the compound is useful in coordination chemistry as well as synthesis.
In Indonesia, this compound is useful to organic chemistry and natural product laboratories because the xanthone skeleton is common in tropical plants such as mangosteen. Researchers who study these natural compounds can use it as a starting material for building xanthone frameworks and related analogues. Polymer and materials laboratories can use it as a reference compound when they study UV absorption and photostabilization. University teaching laboratories can also use it to show hydrogen bonding and phenol reactivity in practice.
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- Organic synthesis intermediate: its two reactive phenolic groups and central carbonyl let chemists build more complex aromatic molecules step by step for many research purposes.
- Xanthone skeleton precursor: intramolecular cyclization of this ortho-dihydroxy benzophenone gives the xanthone core, which matters in natural product research on tropical plants such as mangosteen.
- Ligand for metal complexes: the phenolic and carbonyl oxygen atoms can bind metal ions together, which makes this compound useful when preparing and studying coordination compounds.
- Model compound for polymer photostabilization: its intramolecular hydrogen bonding reflects how hydroxybenzophenone UV absorbers work, so researchers can use it to study how light energy is released as heat.
- Derivatization studies: etherification and esterification of the two phenol groups let researchers prepare a series of modified benzophenones and compare their structures and properties in teaching or research work.
| Brand | TCI |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 835-11-0 |
| Molecular formula | — |
| Purity | — |
| Category | Chemistry > Building Blocks > Non-Heterocyclic Building Blocks |
| Pack sizes | see the available pack options on the product page |
| Physical form | — |
| Storage | follow the conditions on the TCI label and Safety Data Sheet |
- Product code: D1099
Store 2,2'-Dihydroxybenzophenone in its original, tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep it apart from strong oxidizing agents and other incompatible materials, and always follow the storage conditions on the TCI label and Safety Data Sheet. Reseal the container promptly after each use to protect the material from moisture and contamination. Wear suitable personal protective equipment when handling it, including safety glasses, laboratory gloves, and a lab coat. Work in a fume hood or a well-ventilated area to avoid breathing in dust, and avoid contact with skin and eyes. Clean up spills promptly and dispose of waste according to institutional and local regulations.
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