Benzilic acid

Identification:

Chemical Name: Benzilic acid

Synonym: Diphenylglycolic acid; Hydroxy(diphenyl)acetic acid; α,α-Diphenyl-α-hydroxyacetic acid

CAS No.:  76-93-7

Molecular Formula: C14H11O3

Benzilic acid is a white crystalline aromatic acid, soluble in many primary alcohols.

Solubility in water: 2 g/l (20 °C); Density: 1.08 g/cm3

Specification:

Appearance: White crystal powder

Content: ≥99.5%

M.P.: 150.0-153.0℃

Loss on drying: ≤0.5%

Application:

Benzilic acid is used in the manufacture of glycollate pharmaceuticals including Clidinium, Dilantin, and Flutropium, which are antagonists of themuscarinic acetylcholine receptors.

It is used in manufacture of the incapacitating agent 3-quinuclidinyl benzilate (BZ) and is regulated by the Chemical Weapons Convention. It is also monitored by law enforcement agencies of many countries, because of its use in the manufacture in hallucinogenic drugs.

Packing & Storage:

Packing in 25kg net/ high pressure drum. Should be stored in a cool, dry place.