Benzoic Acid, PurReagent, >=99.0 %

PurReagent


Synonym:  Benzoic acid
Linear Formula:  C7H6O2
Molecular Weight:  122.12 g/mol
CAS Number: 65-85-0

Properties

Vapour pressure 10 mmHg ( 132 °C)
Water Solubility 2.9 g/l at 25 °C
Autoignition temp. 1061 °F
Assay Purity >=99%
B pt. 249 °C (lit.)
M pt. 121-125 °C (lit.)
Density 1.26 g/cm3 (15 °C)
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H315,H318,H372
Precautionary Statement  P260 - P264 - P280 - P302 + P352 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P314
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29163190
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Food industry- Used as a preservative in acidic foods and beverages. Pharmaceuticals- Ingredient in ointments antifungal products and medicines. Cosmetics- Used in creams lotions and personal care products as a preservative. Chemical manufacturing- Production of dyes plasticizers perfumes and resins. Industrial use- Preparation of benzoyl compounds and alkyd resins.

Purpose
Prevent growth of bacteria yeast and fungi. Serve as an intermediate in chemical and pharmaceutical production.

General Description
Benzoic acid is naturally found in some fruits and resins. It is widely used as a preservative and chemical intermediate. Type- Aromatic carboxylic acid. Properties- Slightly soluble in water weak acidic nature.