The Diphenylperoxyanhydride, with the CAS registry number 2685-64-5, is also known as Benzoyl peroxide. Its EINECS registry number is 202-327-6. This chemical's molecular formula is C₁₄H₁₀O₄ and molecular weight is 242.23. Its IUPAC name is called dibenzoyl peroxide.

Physical properties of Diphenylperoxyanhydride: (1)ACD/LogP: 2.86; (2)ACD/LogD (pH 5.5): 2.859; (3)ACD/LogD (pH 7.4): 2.859; (4)ACD/BCF (pH 5.5): 87.619; (5)ACD/BCF (pH 7.4): 87.619; (6)ACD/KOC (pH 5.5): 855.307; (7)ACD/KOC (pH 7.4): 855.307; (8)#H bond acceptors: 4; (9)#Freely Rotating Bonds: 5; (10)Index of Refraction: 1.585; (11)Molar Refractivity: 64.737 cm³; (12)Molar Volume: 193.103 cm³; (13)Surface Tension: 49.624 dyne/cm; (14)Density: 1.254 g/cm³; (15)Flash Point: 154.239 °C; (16)Enthalpy of Vaporization: 59.427 kJ/mol; (17)Boiling Point: 349.747 °C at 760 mmHg; (18)Vapour Pressure: 0 mmHg at 25°C.

Preparation Diphenylperoxyanhydride: it was the first organic peroxide prepared by intentional synthesis. It was prepared by treating benzoyl chloride with barium peroxide, a reaction that probably follows this stoichiometry:

2 C₆H₅C(O)Cl + BaO₂ → [C₆H₅C(O)]₂O₂ + BaCl₂

Uses of Diphenylperoxyanhydride: it is used as a radical initiator to induce polymerizations. Other major applications include its antiseptic and bleaching properties.

When you are using this chemical, please be cautious about it as the following:
This chemical is oxidising, harmful and dangerous for the environment. It is irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. In case of contact with eyes, you should rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Whenever you will contact it, please wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

You can still convert the following datas into molecular structure:
(1)SMILES: c1ccc(cc1)C(=O)OOC(=O)c2ccccc2
(2)InChI: InChI=1/C14H10O4/c15-13(11-7-3-1-4-8-11)17-18-14(16)12-9-5-2-6-10-12/h1-10H
(3)InChIKey: OMPJBNCRMGITSC-UHFFFAOYAV