| Formula / Notation | C14H10O4 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 94-36-0 |
| Molecular Weight | 242.23 |
| Melting Point | 217 to 221 °F (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes explosively (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.334 at 59 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 79 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Benzoyl peroxide appears as odorless white powder or granules. Sinks in water. (USCG, 1999) |
| Also Known As | benzoyl benzenecarboperoxoate; 94-36-0; Dibenzoyl peroxide; Benzoyl superoxide; Peroxide, dibenzoyl; Benzoperoxide; Lucidol; Panoxyl; Acetoxyl; Persadox |
| Category | Laboratory Reagents |
What is Benzoyl peroxide?
Benzoyl peroxide (C14H10O4) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Benzoyl peroxide appears as odorless white powder or granules. Sinks in water. (USCG, 1999). It has a molecular weight of 242.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is benzoyl benzenecarboperoxoate. Boiling point: Decomposes explosively (NTP, 1992). Melting point: 217 to 221 °F (decomposes) (NTP, 1992).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: benzoyl benzenecarboperoxoate
Other Names / Synonyms: benzoyl benzenecarboperoxoate; 94-36-0; Dibenzoyl peroxide; Benzoyl superoxide; Peroxide, dibenzoyl; Benzoperoxide; Lucidol; Panoxyl; Acetoxyl; Persadox
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 217 to 221 °F (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes explosively (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.334 at 59 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 242.23 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 79 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Benzoyl peroxide appears as odorless white powder or granules. Sinks in water. (USCG, 1999) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Benzoyl peroxide (C14H10O4) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Benzoyl peroxide appears as odorless white powder or granules. Sinks in water. (USCG, 1999). It has a molecular weight of 242.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is benzoyl benzenecarboperoxoate. Boiling point: Decomposes explosively (NTP, 1992). Melting point: 217 to 221 °F (decomposes) (NTP, 1992).
Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.
Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Benzoyl peroxide is: C14H10O4