Molekula
Methyl benzoate
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Methyl benzoate is an aromatic ester with a faint floral, fruity odor, commonly used as a fragrance in perfumes, cosmetics, and flavorings, as well as a solvent in industrial applications. It is also employed in organic synthesis and as a pheromone disruptor in pest control. This clear, colorless liquid has a CAS number of 93-58-3, a molecular formula of C8H8O2 (C6H5COOCH3), and a molecular weight of 136.15 g/mol. It is stable under ambient storage conditions but requires proper ventilation due to its flammability. The product carries a warning signal word, indicating moderate hazard. Molekula supplies methyl benzoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 mL — £42.00 per pack ex VAT · £50.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Identification | Conforms to IR spectrum |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 77 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless, transparent liquid |
| Odour | Medicinal odor |
| Melting Point | -12.35 °C |
| Boiling Point | 199 °C |
| Density | 1.09 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 2.1 g/L at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethanol, carbon tetrachloride, methanol; miscible with diethyl ether |
| Vapour Pressure | 36 Pa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.5164 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 2.12 |
Source: PubChem CID 7150 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90033398 |
| CAS Number | 93-58-3 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl benzoate |
| EC Number | 202-259-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5COOCH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 136.15 |
| Exact Mass | 136.0524 |
| SMILES | COC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1 |
| InChIKey | QPJVMBTYPHYUOC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H8O2/c1-10-8(9)7-5-3-2-4-6-7/h2-6H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7150 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29163150 |
| Tariff Code | 2916310090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H227 Combustible liquid
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H361d Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
- H402 Harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- benzoic acid methyl ester
- Clorius
- Essence of niobe
- FEMA No. 2683
- Methyl benzenecarboxylate
- Methyl benzoate (natural)
- Methyl ester of benzoic acid
- Methylester kyseliny benzoove
- methyloxycarbonylbenzene
- Oxidate le
Frequently asked questions
What is methyl benzoate commonly used for?
Methyl benzoate is primarily used as a fragrance in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics, as well as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and as a solvent in industrial applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methyl benzoate?
The chemical formula is **C₆H₅COOCH₃** (C₈H₈O₂), and the molecular weight is **136.15 g/mol**.
How should methyl benzoate be stored?
Store methyl benzoate in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from heat, sparks, and open flames.
What grades of methyl benzoate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies methyl benzoate in **pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial grades**—contact us for specific purity requirements.
Can Molekula supply methyl benzoate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer methyl benzoate in bulk (drums, IBCs, or custom packaging) for industrial and commercial customers—minimum order quantities apply.
What documentation comes with a methyl benzoate order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and a **Certificate of Origin** for regulatory compliance.
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