Photoinitiator MBF, CAS No.: 15206-55-0
Photoinitiator MBF is the common name for Methyl Benzoylformate, CAS 15206-55-0. It is a liquid Norrish Type II photoinitiator belonging to the benzoylformate family.
Chemical Name: Methyl Benzoylformate
Alternative Name: Methyl Phenylglyoxylate
IUPAC Name: Methyl oxo(phenyl)acetate
Common Names: Photoinitiator MBF, MBF, SpeedCure MBF, JRCure MBF
CAS No.: 15206-55-0
EC No.: 239-263-3
Molecular Formula: C9H8O3
Molecular Weight: 164.16 g/mol
Photoinitiator Type: Type II / Norrish Type II
Chemical Family: Benzoylformate

Appearance: Clear light yellow liquid
Purity: 99% min (GC)
Density: 1.15 - 1.17g/cm3
Boiling point: 246 - 248°C at 760 mmHg
Melting point: 17°C
Refractive index: 1.525 - 1.527
Methyl benzoate: 1.0max(GC)
Other single impurities: 1.0max(GC)
Suspended matter: No
MBF (Methyl benzoylformate), Type II liquid UV photoinitiator, featuring excellent surface cure and low yellowing.
Applications: UV coatings, UV inks, UV adhesives, SLA/DLP 3D printing photoresins. Used with amine synergist.
200kg/drum
5600MT/year.
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area.
Keep the container tightly closed when not in use.
Protect from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.
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