Overview
Dibenzofuran (CAS 132-64-9 ), also known as diphenylene oxide or DBF, is a polycyclic heterocyclic compound used as a reference material and chemical intermediate in flavor and fragrance development.
Its fused aromatic structure makes it a recognized building block in the synthesis of specialty aroma chemicals and functional organic compounds. In flavor and fragrance formulation, DBF serves as a synthetic intermediate.
It is used for producing targeted aroma compounds used in fine fragrance and flavor systems. Cosmetic formulators source it as a precursor in the development of specialty fragrance ingredients for personal care products.
It is also used as an analytical reference standard in quality control laboratories testing for polycyclic aromatic compounds in food and cosmetic matrices. This ensures compliance with rigorous safety protocols.
Research and specialty chemical applications include its use as a scaffold for synthesizing heterocyclic derivatives with defined sensory or functional profiles. This versatility makes it essential for modern labs.
Dibenzofuran is typically supplied as a white to off-white crystalline solid. Standard offerings include technical grade and high-purity grades suitable for research, reference standard, and synthesis applications.
Packaging ranges from small laboratory quantities to bulk industrial orders depending on the intended use. Our logistics team ensures that all shipments meet the necessary safety and handling requirements for global delivery.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 86.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 287 °C @ Press: 760 Torr |
| Density | 1.0886 g/cm³ @ Temp: 99 °C |
| Flash Point | 130 °C |
| Appearance | Dibenzofuran is a white crystalline powder. |
| Color | White to Almost white |
| Form | neat |
| Water Solubility | <0.1 g/100 mL at 20 ºC |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.48 x 10 -3 mmHg at 25 °C (Chirico et al., 1990) |
| Refractive Index | 1.6480 |
Safety & Handling
GHS09 Hazard Statements H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary Statements P273 Avoid release to the environment. P391 Collect spillage. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29329995 |
| UN Number | 3077 |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 132-64-9
- EC Number
- 205-071-3
- Mol. Weight
- 168.19
- HS Code
- 29329995
- Category
- Heterocyclic Compounds