Benzophenone is the organic compound with the formula (C6H5)2CO, generally abbreviated Ph2CO. It is a white solid that is soluble in organic solvents.
Uses
Benzophenone is a widely used building block in organic chemistry, being the parent diarylketone.Benzophenone can be used as a photo initiator in UV(Ultra-violet)-curing applications[4] such as inks, imaging, and clear coatings in the printing industry. Benzophenone prevents ultraviolet (UV) light from damaging scents and colors in products such as perfumes and soaps.
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