3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzophenone

• CAT Number: R055497
• CAS Number: 67173-18-6
• Molecular Formula: C15H14O2
• Molecular Weight: 226.275
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: [3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)phenyl]phenylmethanone; α-(3-Benzoylphenyl)ethyl Alcohol
• Storage: 4°C
• IUPAC Name: [3-(1-hydroxyethyl)phenyl]-phenylmethanone
• InChI: InChI=1S/C15H14O2/c1-11(16)13-8-5-9-14(10-13)15(17)12-6-3-2-4-7-12/h2-11,16H,1H3
• InChIKey: VIGLCJZNAGRKFZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C1=CC=CC(=C1)C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2)O

3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzophenone is a chemical compound consisting of a benzophenone core with a hydroxyethyl group attached to one of the phenyl rings. This compound is utilized as a UV absorber and photostabilizer in sunscreen and cosmetic products to protect against UV radiation-induced skin damage. The hydroxyethyl group enhances solubility and compatibility in formulations. 3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzophenone works by absorbing UV light and dissipating the energy as heat, thereby reducing the risk of skin aging and sunburn.