Benzoic acid, GR 99%+

Name: Benzoic acid, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008404

About Benzoic acid, GR 99%+

Benzoic acid is a carboxylic acid in AR grade carrying the CAS registry number 65-85-0 at a purity of ≥99%. With the molecular formula C7H6O2, it has a molar mass of 122.12 g/mol. Common synonyms include Phenylmethanoic acid and Dracylic acid.

The product is provided as a powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 121-125 °C and a boiling point of 249 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for chromatography and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Benzoic acid in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Chromatography
Organic synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzoic acid, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-008404
CAS Number	65-85-0
IUPAC name	benzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₇H₆O₂
Molecular weight	122.12 g/mol
Exact mass	122.0368
Grade	AR
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	Powder
Melting point	121-125 °C
Boiling point	249 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Phenylmethanoic acid, Dracylic acid, benzenecarboxylic acid, Benzeneformic acid, Carboxybenzene, phenylformic acid, Benzenemethanoic acid, Phenylcarboxylic acid, Retarder BA, Tenn-Plas, Salvo liquid, Benzoesaeure GK

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

Synthesis

Benzoic acid, 99%

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

VQ-008403

Food Grade

Benzoic Acid, food grade (FCC)

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

VQ-045730

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, GR 99%+?

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

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

Benzoic acid, GR 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, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply Benzoic acid, GR 99%+ in AR (≥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, GR 99%+?

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

Yes. Benzoic acid, GR 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.