The molecule is a hydroxybenzophenone that is benzophenone which is substituted at the 2- and 4-positions of one of the benzene rings by hydroxy and methoxy groups respectively. It has a role as a dermatologic drug, a protective agent, an ultraviolet filter, a xenobiotic and an environmental contaminant. It is a hydroxybenzophenone and a monomethoxybenzene.
(2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone