Benzocaine

Name: Benzocaine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004024

About Benzocaine

Benzocaine (CAS 94-09-7) is a central nervous system API offered by Vaqora Chemicals in IP/BP/USP grade. The compound has the formula C9H11NO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 165.19 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ethyl 4-aminobenzoate. Common synonyms include Ethyl p-aminobenzoate and Anaesthesin.

It is supplied as a powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

This API belongs to our CNS and psychiatric APIs portfolio and is supplied to IP/BP/USP specifications for formulators, contract manufacturers and generic drug developers. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Benzocaine in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzocaine
Catalogue No.	VQ-004024
CAS Number	94-09-7
IUPAC name	ethyl 4-aminobenzoate
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₁NO₂
Molecular weight	165.19 g/mol
Exact mass	165.079
Grade	IP/BP/USP
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	BLFLLBZGZJTVJG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)N
PubChem CID	2337

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	52.3 Å²
Synonyms	Ethyl p-aminobenzoate, Anaesthesin, Parathesin, Norcaine, Americaine, Ethyl aminobenzoate, 4-Aminobenzoic acid ethyl ester, Parathesine, Topcaine, Anesthesin, Anesthone, Hurricaine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H370Causes damage to organs
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P270, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P308 + P316, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P405, 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

Other grades of CAS 94-09-7

Reference Standard

Benzocaine WS

CAS: 94-09-7
Formula: C₉H₁₁NO₂
MW: 165.19 g/mol

In stock

Ethyl 4-aminobenzoate, 98%+

CAS: 94-09-7
Formula: C₉H₁₁NO₂
MW: 165.19 g/mol

VQ-008783

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzocaine?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzocaine is 94-09-7. It is also known as Ethyl p-aminobenzoate, Anaesthesin, Parathesin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzocaine?

Benzocaine has the molecular formula C9H11NO2 and a molecular weight of 165.19 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl 4-aminobenzoate.

What is Benzocaine used for?

Benzocaine is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Benzocaine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzocaine can I order?

We supply Benzocaine in IP/BP/USP grade, in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzocaine?

Yes. Every lot of Benzocaine 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 Benzocaine be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzocaine 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.