Benzoic acid, 99%

Name: Benzoic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008403

About Benzoic acid, 99%

Benzoic acid (CAS 65-85-0) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade with a typical assay of 99%. With the molecular formula C7H6O2, it has a molar mass of 122.12 g/mol. Alternative names: Dracylic acid and benzenecarboxylic acid.

The material typically appears as a white powder, crystalline powder, chips. Literature values give a melting point of 121-125 °C. 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.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Benzoic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzoic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008403
CAS Number	65-85-0
IUPAC name	benzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₇H₆O₂
Molecular weight	122.12 g/mol
Exact mass	122.0368
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29163110
InChIKey	WPYMKLBDIGXBTP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	243

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White powder, crystalline powder, chips
Melting point	121-125 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Dracylic acid, benzenecarboxylic acid, Benzeneformic acid, Carboxybenzene, phenylformic acid, Benzenemethanoic acid, Phenylcarboxylic acid, Retarder BA, Tenn-Plas, Salvo liquid, Benzoesaeure GK, Benzoesaeure GV

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, 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 65-85-0

Reference Standard

Benzoic Acid

CAS: 65-85-0
Formula: C₇H₆O₂
MW: 122.12 g/mol

In stock

Food Grade

Benzoic Acid, food grade (FCC)

CAS: 65-85-0
Formula: C₇H₆O₂
MW: 122.12 g/mol

VQ-045730

AR

Benzoic acid, GR 99%+

CAS: 65-85-0
Formula: C₇H₆O₂
MW: 122.12 g/mol

VQ-008404

IP

Benzoic Acid, IP 99.5%

CAS: 65-85-0
Formula: C₇H₆O₂
MW: 122.12 g/mol

VQ-045700

IP/BP/USP/EP / AR

Benzoic Acid, IP/BP/USP/EP, AR

CAS: 65-85-0
Formula: C₇H₆O₂
MW: 122.12 g/mol

VQ-046558

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzoic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzoic acid, 99% is 65-85-0. It is also known as Dracylic acid, benzenecarboxylic acid, Benzeneformic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzoic acid, 99%?

Benzoic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C7H6O2 and a molecular weight of 122.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is benzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzoic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply Benzoic acid, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzoic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Benzoic acid, 99% 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 Benzoic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzoic acid, 99% 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.