Compound Q&A
What is 2-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-methylphenol (CAS: 2440-22-4)?
Answer
2-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-methylphenol (CAS: 2440-22-4) is a chemical compound with the formula C14H12N2O. It is a solid at room temperature, known for its UV-absorbing properties and use as a photostabilizer. This compound belongs to the benzotriazole family and is commonly applied in sunscreen and polymer protection formulations due to its ability to neutralize free radicals and prevent degradation from sunlight.
About
CAS No
2440-22-4
English Name
2-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-methylphenol
Molecular Formula
C13H11N3O
Molecular Weight
225.25 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(N2N=C3C=CC=CC3=N2)=C(O)C=C1
InChIKey
MCPKSFINULVDNX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
