Benzophenone (Standard) is the analytical standard of Benzophenone. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. Benzophenone standard is a photosensitizer, that absorbs UV light, transfers its energy to DNA, and triggers DNA damage. Benzophenone standard can be used as the fragrance enhancer, ultraviolet curing agent, additive in plastics, or the flavor ingredient. Benzophenone standard can also be used in the manufacturing of insecticides, agricultural chemicals, hypnotics, antihistamines, and other pharmaceuticals. Benzophenone standard exhibits certain carcinogenicity in mouse/rat models under long term exposure. Benzophenone standard exhibits estrogenic activity[1][2].
