Benzene

Benzene is a chemical compound registered under number CAS 71-43-2, with the molecular formula C₆H₆, and a molar mass of 78.11 g/mol.

The molecule contains 12 atoms connected by 12 chemical bonds. The full systematic IUPAC name of this compound is benzene. The interactive 3D model above lets you view the spatial arrangement of the atoms — you can rotate it with the mouse, zoom with the scroll wheel, and switch between skeletal / Ball & Stick / Space Fill visualization modes.

In terms of physicochemical properties, the partition coefficient logP = 2.1 (positive value, a lipophilic compound), polar surface area PSA = 0 Ų, 0 donors and 0 hydrogen bond acceptors. These parameters are key when assessing bioavailability and interaction with biomolecules.

Chemical data for this compound comes from PubChem (NIH NLM NCBI), one of the world's largest chemical databases. All information is updated automatically and enriched with GHS hazard statement translations compliant with the CLP Regulation (EC 1272/2008). The widget above may be used for educational, research and commercial purposes.

Signal word: Danger

H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour

H350 — May cause cancer

H340 — May cause genetic defects

H304 — May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

H372 — Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

H315 — Causes skin irritation

H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

• 📊 PubChem CID 241 — NIH
• 🔬 NIST WebBook — spectroscopy
• 🌐 Wikidata
• 💊 ChEMBL — bioactivity