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Benzoic Acid

Benzoic Acid

CAS Number: 65-85-0

Molecular Formula: C7H6O2

About Benzoic Acid

Benzoic Acid (C₇H₆O₂) is the simplest aromatic carboxylic acid, essential for its potent antimicrobial activity in acidic environments (pH < 4.5). Preferred universally as a preservative in acidic foods (E210), beverages, and personal care products, and is a vital chemical intermediate in the synthesis of polymers and ...

Synonyms

  • Acid, Benzoic
  • Benzoate, Potassium
  • Benzoic Acid
  • Potassium Benzoate
  • Ucephan

Benzoic Acid Specifications

CAS Number
65-85-0
Molecular Formula
C7H6O2
Molecular Weight
122.121
IUPAC Name
benzoic acid
Canonical SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)O
InChI Key
WPYMKLBDIGXBTP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
EINECS Number
200-618-2
FEMA Number
2131
MDL Number
MFCD00002396
HSN No
2916315000
Molecular Weight
122.121
PSA
37.300
LogP
1.384
Density
1.316 @ 82.4 °F (Denser than water; will sink)
Boiling Point
249.2 °C @ 760 mm Hg
Flash Point
250 °F
Melting Point
122.4 °C
Refractive Index
1.504 @ 132°C/D
Vapour
1mmHg @ 205 °F
Viscosity
1.26 cP @ 130°C
Heat of Combustion
3227 kJ/mole 2.16
Heat of Vaporization
(534) KJ/mol at 140°C, (425) Kj/mol at 249°C
Henrys LawConstant
(x 10-8 atm?m3/mol):7.02

Food & Beverage Preservative (E210)

To inhibit mold, yeast, and bacteria growth in acidic foods (soft drinks, fruit juices, pickles, jams)

Food & Beverage Flavoring

Used in trace amounts as a synthetic flavoring agent

Industrial Chemicals Intermediate

Crucial precursor in the manufacture of Phenol-key raw material for nylon synthesis (caprolactam)

Industrial Plasticizer

To produce benzoate esters (e.g., glycol benzoates)-functions as plasticizers in coatings, adhesives, and vinyls

BPC Preservative

Used in shampoos, deodorants, creams, and sunscreens to prevent microbial spoilage

BPC pH Adjuster

Functions as a pH regulator due to its acidic nature

Pharmaceuticals Antifungal Agent

Component of topical anti-fungal medications (e.g., Whitfield's ointment) for treating athlete's foot and ringworm

Pharmaceuticals Preservative

Used as an antimicrobial preservative in certain liquid medications and compounded drugs

  1. Acid, Benzoic
  2. Benzoate, Potassium
  3. Benzoic Acid
  4. Potassium Benzoate
  5. Ucephan

Benzoic Acid FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (pilot) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks ex-works

Incoterms

FOB · CIF

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

Regional Availability

India · EU · Middle East · Southeast Asia

Documentation

SDS · COA · TDS available on request

Compliance & Quality

REACH registered*

GHS/SDS available

ISO 9001:2015 site*

RoHS compliant*

Global sourcing network

Consistent quality & reliability

End-to-end technical support

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