CAS 80-05-7

2,2-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane

Description:

2,2-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane, commonly known as bisphenol A (BPA), is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which features two phenolic hydroxyl groups attached to a propane backbone. This compound is a colorless solid at room temperature and is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. BPA is primarily used in the production of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins, which are utilized in a wide range of applications, including food containers, water bottles, and coatings. It exhibits thermal stability and resistance to chemical degradation, making it suitable for high-performance materials. However, BPA is also known for its endocrine-disrupting properties, raising concerns regarding its potential effects on human health and the environment. Regulatory agencies have scrutinized its use, leading to restrictions in certain applications, particularly those involving food contact. Overall, while BPA is a valuable industrial chemical, its safety profile continues to be a topic of significant research and debate.

Formula:C₁₅H₁₆O₂

InChI:InChI=1S/C15H16O2/c1-15(2,11-3-7-13(16)8-4-11)12-5-9-14(17)10-6-12/h3-10,16-17H,1-2H3

InChI key:InChIKey=IISBACLAFKSPIT-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES:C(C)(C)(C1=CC=C(O)C=C1)C2=CC=C(O)C=C2

Synonyms:

(4,4'-Dihydroxydiphenyl)dimethylmethane
2,2-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane
2,2-Bis(p-hydroxyphenyl)propane
2,2-Bis-(4-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-Propane
2,2-Di(4-Hydroxyphenyl) Propane
2,2-Di(4-phenylol)propane
4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene)bisphenol
4,4'-Bisphenol A
4,4'-Dihydroxyphenyl-2,2-Propane
4,4'-Isopropilidendifenol
4,4'-Isopropylidendiphenol
4,4'-Isopropylidene bisphenol
4,4'-Isopropylidenebis[phenol]
4,4'-Methylethylidenebisphenol
4,4-Isopropylidene Diphenyl
4,4′-(1-Methylethylidene)bis[phenol]
4,4′-(Propane-2,2-diyl)diphenol
B 0494
BPA
Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)dimethylmethane
Bis(p-hydroxyphenyl)propane
Bis[Phenol], 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene)-
Bisphenol A
Bisphenol, 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene)-
Bpa 154
Bpa 157
Bpa-M
Dian
Diano
Diphenol methylethylidene
Diphenylolpropane
Hg 3876
Hidorin F 285
Hidorin F 568
Ht 3082
Ipognox 88
Isopropylidenebis(4-hydroxybenzene)
Nsc 1767
Nsc 17959
Nupole BPE-60
P,P'-Isopropylidene Diphenol
Parabis
Parabis A
Phenol, 4,4'-(1-methylethylidene)bis-
Phenol, 4,4'-isopropylidenedi-
Pluracol 245
Rikabanol
Tetrabromobisphenol A Allyl Ether
p,p'-Bisphenol A
p,p'-Dihydroxydiphenylpropane
p,p'-Isopropylidenebisphenol
p,p'-Isopropylidenediphenol
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CAS 80-05-7

2,2-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane

Bisphenol A

Ref: 10-F788263

Bisphenol A pure, 97%

Ref: SR-31817