Bisfenol A

C₁₅H₁₆O₂

IUPAC: 4,4'-(Propane-2,2-diyl)diphenol

CAS: 80-05-7

Descripción general

Bisphenol A is a chemical used to make polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. It has come under intense scrutiny as an endocrine disruptor that mimics estrogen. Many countries have banned BPA in baby bottles and food packaging, leading to 'BPA-free' products.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 16 1,0080
Carbono C 15 12,0110
Oxígeno O 2 15,9990

Composición elemental

Usos

  • Polycarbonate plastic production
  • Epoxy resin lining for cans
  • Thermal receipt paper
  • Dental sealants (historical)

Datos curiosos

  • About 90% of people in developed countries have detectable BPA levels in their bodies

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Endocrine disruptor (estrogenic)
  • ⚠ Banned in baby products in many countries
  • ⚠ Can leach from heated plastics

Estructura

SMILES

CC(C)(C1=CC=C(C=C1)O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)O

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
228,29 g/mol
Densidad
1,2000 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
158,0 °C
Punto de ebullición
360,0 °C
Solubilidad
0.3 g/L at 25°C

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
228,1150
XLogP
3,3
TPSA
40,5 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
2
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
2
Enlaces rotables
2
Átomos pesados
17
Complejidad
209,0

También conocido como

BPA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bisfenol A?
Bisfenol A (C₁₅H₁₆O₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name 4,4'-(Propane-2,2-diyl)diphenol.
What is the molecular weight of Bisfenol A?
Bisfenol A has a molar mass of 228.291 g/mol.
What state is Bisfenol A at room temperature?
Bisfenol A is a solid at room temperature.
Is Bisfenol A organic or inorganic?
Bisfenol A is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Bisfenol A?
Bisfenol A (C₁₅H₁₆O₂) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Oxígeno (O).