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Benzoic acid
Benzoic acid is a white crystalline powder used as a preservative in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics due to its antimicrobial properties. It is also employed in the synthesis of other chemicals. Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg packaging, it has a CAS number of 65-85-0, molecular formula C6H5COOH, and molecular weight of 122.12 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies benzoic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Benzoic acid is a white crystalline powder used as a preservative in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics due to its antimicrobial properties. It is also employed in the synthesis of other chemicals. Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg packaging, it has a CAS number of 65-85-0, molecular formula C6H5COOH, and molecular weight of 122.12 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies benzoic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Conclusion | Conforms to E211/FCC9/BP2015/EP8/USP38 |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.001% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤0.02% |
| Assay | ≥99.7% |
| Appearance of Solution | Colourless liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 65-85-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 122.12 |
| SMILES | O=C(O)C=1C=CC=CC1 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2916.31.1105 |
| Tariff Code | 2916310099 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is benzoic acid used for?
Benzoic acid is commonly used as a preservative in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics due to its antimicrobial properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of benzoic acid?
The chemical formula is C6H5COOH and the molecular weight is 122.12 g/mol.
How should benzoic acid be stored?
Benzoic acid should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of benzoic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies benzoic acid in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply benzoic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply benzoic acid in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a benzoic acid order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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