Product Data Sheet
Benzophenone-d5
Catalog No. A53940
Benzophenone-d5 is a deuterated form of Benzophenone, which acts as a photosensitizer by absorbing UV light and facilitating energy transfer to DNA, leading to DNA damage. This compound is valuable in research applications that require metabolic tracing and analysis of environmental contaminants. Additionally, Benzophenone is utilized in various industries as a fragrance enhancer, ultraviolet curing agent, and an additive in plastics, as well as being involved in the development of insecticides and pharmaceuticals. Its estrogenic activity and potential carcinogenicity in animal models also make it pertinent for toxicological studies.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | A53940 |
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| M. Wt | 187.25 |
| Formula | C13H5D5O |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 2694-78-2 |
| Synonyms | |
| SMILES | O=C(C1=CC=CC=C1)C2=C([2H])C([2H])=C([2H])C([2H])=C2[2H] |
Biological Activity
| Description | Benzophenone-d5 is a deuterated form of Benzophenone, which acts as a photosensitizer by absorbing UV light and facilitating energy transfer to DNA, leading to DNA damage. This compound is valuable in research applications that require metabolic tracing and analysis of environmental contaminants. Additionally, Benzophenone is utilized in various industries as a fragrance enhancer, ultraviolet curing agent, and an additive in plastics, as well as being involved in the development of insecticides and pharmaceuticals. Its estrogenic activity and potential carcinogenicity in animal models also make it pertinent for toxicological studies. |
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Adooq products are transported at room temperature. If you receive the product at room temperature, please rest assured, the Adooq Quality Inspection Department has conducted experiments to verify that the normal temperature placement of one month will not affect the biological activity of powder products. After collecting, please store the product according to the requirements described in the datasheet. Most Adooq products are stable under the recommended conditions.
