usually synthesized in the lab from benzoyl chloride and
hydrogen peroxide
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A benzoylation is a reaction which introduces a benzoyl group
into a molecule.
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Benzoyl chloride is C6H5COCI and benzyl chloride is
C6H5CH3CI
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Reaction is:
C6H5COCl + H2O → C6H5CO2H + HCl
So it produces benzoic acid and hydrochlorid acid
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Benzoyl peroxide is a very frequently used treatment for acne.
If a 10% solution of benzoyl peroxide (such as Oxy 10) causes
irritation, use a lower dose of Benzoyl peroxide; anti-acne facial
wipes usually contain 2.5% benzoyl peroxide.