BISPHENOL A (BPA)

• Name: Bisphenol A (BPA)

• Chemical Formula: C₁₅H₁₆O₂

• CAS Number: 80-05-7

• Molecular Weight: 228.29 G/mol

• Synonyms: 2,2-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane, 4,4′-isopropylidenediphenol

Physical Properties

• Appearance: White To Light Yellow Crystalline Solid

• Melting Point: 158–159 °C

• Boiling Point: ~220–250 °C At 0.5 MmHg (sublimation)

• Density: 1.2 G/cm³ (approx.)

• Solubility: Slightly Soluble In Water, Soluble In Organic Solvents (ethanol, Acetone, Chloroform)

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