2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzophenone

Ref. 3D-FT79907

Product Information

• Name: 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzophenone
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzophenone is a photochromic substance that reacts with uv light. It undergoes a reversible conversion from the less-colored form (meso form) to the more-colored form (racemic form). This conversion can be reversed by irradiation with light of an appropriate wavelength. The meso form is colorless, and has a melting point of -92°C. The racemic form is orange, and has a melting point of -20°C. 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzophenone was synthesized in 1839 by Wolcott Gibbs, who observed its photochromic properties when he irradiated it with sunlight.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 250.22 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₄H₉F₃O
• Purity: Min. 95%