Composition
Molecular weight =
212
Formula: C14H12O2
CAS # 120-51-4
Other Names
Benzoic acid, phenylmethyl ester;
Benzoic acid, benzyl ester; Ascabin; Ascabiol; Benylate; Benzyl alcohol benzoic
ester; Benzyl benzenecarboxylate; Benzyl phenylformate; Benzylets; Colebenz;
Novoscabin; Peruscabin; Scabagen; Scabanca; Scabide; Scabiozon; Scobenol;
Vanzoate; Venzonate; Benzyl ester; Benzyl benzoate dac; Scabitox; Benzylester
kyseliny benzoove
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Structure:
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Description
Benzyl
benzoate is a clear, oily liquid with a mild, characteristic odor. It is
insoluble in water and soluble in alcohol, chloroform and ether.
Product/Application
Benefits
Benzyl benzoate is used as a constituent in dye-carrier formulations, as a
solvent for cellulosics, and in fragrance formulations
Specifications and Properties
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Assay (pct. minimum)
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99.0
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Color, APHA max.
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50 |
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Benzyl Alcohol (% max.) |
0.05 |
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Acidity as benzoic (% max.) |
0.10 |
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Melting Range (°C),
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~20 |
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Flash Point, COC, °F
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295 |
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Vapor Pressure (mmHg) @ 156°C
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4.5 |
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Boiling Point (°C)
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~324
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Specific Gravity 25/25°C
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1.116-1.120
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Refractive Index 25°C/D |
1.560-1.570 |
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Pounds per Gallon
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9.35
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Storage
and Handling
Materials should be stored at room
temperature or below. Please refer to
the MSDS for additional information regarding safe handling and
environmental precautions.
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