2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone

• CAT Number: M144259
• CAS Number: 7473-98-5
• Molecular Formula: C10H12O2
• Molecular Weight: 164.2
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 1-Phenyl-2-hydroxy-2-methylpropan-1-one
• Storage: Keep in dark place,Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
• IUPAC Name: 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenylpropan-1-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C10H12O2/c1-10(2,12)9(11)8-6-4-3-5-7-8/h3-7,12H,1-2H3
• InChIKey: XMLYCEVDHLAQEL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)(C(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1)O

2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone (Cat No.:M144259) is a chemical compound. It features a propiophenone core substituted with a hydroxyl group and a methyl group. This compound is of significance in organic synthesis and chemical research, serving as a photoinitiator in the formulation of ultraviolet (UV) curable materials such as adhesives, coatings, and inks. When exposed to UV light, it undergoes photodecomposition, generating free radicals that initiate polymerization processes. Its role as a photoinitiator contributes to the rapid curing of UV-curable formulations, enhancing the efficiency and performance of UV-cured materials in various industrial applications.