Benzyl formate

Name: Benzyl formate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019146

About Benzyl formate

Benzyl formate (CAS 104-57-4) is an aroma chemical offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade, specified at ≥95% purity. Its molecular formula is C8H8O2 and its molecular weight is 136.15 g/mol. It is also known as Benzyl methanoate or Formic acid benzyl ester.

It is supplied as a colourless to pale yellow liquid. Key physical data: a boiling point of 203 °C and a density of 1.088 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg and 160 kg packs, Benzyl formate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzyl formate
Catalogue No.	VQ-019146
CAS Number	104-57-4
IUPAC name	benzyl formate
Molecular formula	C₈H₈O₂
Molecular weight	136.15 g/mol
Exact mass	136.0524
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	≥95%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	UYWQUFXKFGHYNT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC=O
PubChem CID	7708

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to pale yellow liquid
Boiling point	203 °C
Density	1.088 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Benzyl methanoate, Formic acid benzyl ester, Phenylmethyl formate, Formic acid, phenylmethyl ester, Benzyl alcohol, formate, Formic acid, benzyl ester, Benzyl formiat, Benzylester kyseliny mravenci, Formic acid-benzyl ester, carbanic acid benzyl ester, Carbobenzoxy Group, formic acid (phenylmethyl) ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzyl formate?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzyl formate is 104-57-4. It is also known as Benzyl methanoate, Formic acid benzyl ester, Phenylmethyl formate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl formate?

Benzyl formate has the molecular formula C8H8O2 and a molecular weight of 136.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is benzyl formate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzyl formate can I order?

We supply Benzyl formate in Synthesis (≥95%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 160 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzyl formate?

Yes. Every lot of Benzyl formate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Benzyl formate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzyl formate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.