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Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate (CAS 606-28-0)

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CAS Number:
606-28-0
Molecular Weight:
240.25
Molecular Formula:
C15H12O3
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Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate (M2BB) is a highly versatile organic compound widely employed in scientific research and laboratory experiments. Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate is a monobenzoyl ester derived from benzoic acid. Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate exists as a colorless solid with a melting point of 54-56°C and exhibits insolubility in water. In the realm of scientific research and laboratory experiments, Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate assumes a pivotal role. It serves as a vital reagent in organic synthesis, catalyst in chromatography, and marker in spectroscopy. Additionally, Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate finds utility in the synthesis of various organic compounds.


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Methyl-2-benzoylbenzoate, 25 g

sc-235851
25 g
$100.00