CAS Number: 120-51-4
Description:
Benzyl Benzoate is colourless oily liquid. Faint, sweet- balsamic odour.
Applications:
Extensively used in perfumery.
A classic fixative blender and solvent.
Frequently used in flavour compositions.
Also a modifier in heavier florals.
Antimicrobial activity.
Modifier in oriental type fragrances.
As solvent for nitromusk.
Specifications:
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Appearence |
Clear, Colourless Liquid |
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Sp. Gravity |
1.116 to 1.120 |
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Ref. Index |
1.568 to 1.571 |
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Purity |
99% Min. by G.C. |
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Molecular Weight |
212.25 |
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Molecular Formula |
C14 H12 O2 |
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Flash Point |
147 |
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Solubility
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Insoluble in Water |
Storage & Handling:
Benzyl Benzoate is a neutral ester with no appreciable effect on metals. Storage
can be done preferably in HDPE barrels.
Packing:
30 kgs Carboy / 225 kgs HDPE barrel (Click to view).
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