2-[(benzoyloxy)methyl]-2-methylpropane-1,3-diyl dibenzoate

General Description

Cream colored powder with yellow chunks.

Air & Water Reactions

Insoluble in water.

Reactivity Profile

An ester and alcohol. Esters react with acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction of esters with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing esters with alkali metals and hydrides. Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by the combination of alcohols with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents. They react with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water. Oxidizing agents convert them to aldehydes or ketones. Alcohols exhibit both weak acid and weak base behavior. They may initiate the polymerization of isocyanates and epoxides. TOXICITY - Alcohols and polyols vary widely in toxicity. Among the most toxic are methyl and allyl alcohol, which act as nervous system depressants.

Fire Hazard

Flash point data for 2-[(benzoyloxy)methyl]-2-methylpropane-1,3-diyl dibenzoate are not available. 2-[(benzoyloxy)methyl]-2-methylpropane-1,3-diyl dibenzoate is probably combustible.