Benzophenone:Uses,Exposure,Disposal
Apr 25,2023
Benzophenone is a white solid with a sweet floral smell, with a characteristic smell, practically insoluble in water, but more soluble in organic solvents.
Uses
Benzophenone is used in the manufacturing of antihistamines, hypnotics, insecticides.This compound is a contaminant of emerging concern (CECs).
Exposure
Exposure may occur by using consumer products that contain benzophenone. These include some personal care products such as lotions, soaps, and body washes, some cosmetics such as nail polish, and some scented air freshening products.
Exposure may occur by eating food that contains benzophenone:
Benzophenone is present in inks used on some food packaging materials, and can migrate from food packaging materials into food.
The use of synthetic benzophenone as a flavoring is no longer allowed
in food as of late 2020 by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Exposure may occur by breathing air that contains benzophenone released from some floor finishes or coatings that are ‘cured’ by using ultraviolet light.
Disposal
Can be neutralized by oxidizing it with an oxidizing solution/mixture.
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