2,2-BIS(4-OXOCYCLOHEXYL)PROPANE

2,2-BIS(4-OXOCYCLOHEXYL)PROPANE - Names and Identifiers

Name	2,2'-bis(4-oxocyclohexyl)propane idenen
Synonyms	2,2-BIS(4-OXOCYCLOHEXYL)PROPANE 4,4'-Isopropylidenedicyclohexanone 4,4'-propane-2,2-diyldicyclohexanone 4,4'-ISOPROPYLIDENEBIS(CYCLOHEXANONE) 4,4-(Propane-2,2-diyl)dicyclohexanone 2,2'-bis(4-oxocyclohexyl)propane idenen 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene)biscyclohexanone 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidenen)bis cyclohexanone 4,4'-(1-methylethylidene)biscyclohexan-1-one 2,2'-bis(4-oxocyclohexyl)propane idenen 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidenen)bis cyclohexanone
CAS	7418-16-8
EINECS	231-035-1
InChI	InChI=1/C15H24O2/c1-15(2,11-3-7-13(16)8-4-11)12-5-9-14(17)10-6-12/h11-12H,3-10H2,1-2H3

2,2-BIS(4-OXOCYCLOHEXYL)PROPANE - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C15H24O2
Molar Mass	236.35
Density	1.035g/cm³
Melting Point	164 °C
Boling Point	358.3°C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point	134.4°C
Solubility	soluble in Chloroform
Vapor Presure	2.57E-05mmHg at 25°C
Appearance	powder to crystal
Color	White to Light yellow
Storage Condition	2-8°C
Refractive Index	1.5
MDL	MFCD00191618

2,2-BIS(4-OXOCYCLOHEXYL)PROPANE - Introduction

2,2 '-bis(4-oxocyclohexyl)propane idenen is an organic compound, also known as BCPO. The following is an introduction to its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: BCPO usually appears as white crystals.
-Melting point: The melting point of BCPO is about 74-77 degrees Celsius.
-Solubility: BCPO is readily soluble in organic solvents such as chloroform, dimethyl sulfoxide and dimethylformamide. It is almost insoluble in water.

Use:
- BCPO as a UV absorber, commonly used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and sunscreen products, to protect the skin from UV radiation damage.
-It can also be used as a stabilizer to improve the durability and stability of polymers and resins.

Preparation Method:
-The preparation of BCPO can be obtained by transesterification of 4-hydroxycyclohexanoic acid and tert-butoxyethanol, and then dehydration.

Safety Information:
-No clear toxicity data are available for BCPO. However, it is recommended to follow the usual safe handling guidelines for chemicals when used, including wearing personal protective equipment, avoiding contact with skin, eyes and respiratory tract, and storing and handling chemicals properly.

Last Update：2024-04-09 15:17:59