Benzoic acid

Benzenecarboxylic acid

Cas Number :65-85-0
Chemical Formula : C7H6O2
Molecular Weight : 122.12

Benzoic acid

Benzoic acid is a colorless crystalline solid that is the simplest aromatic carboxylix acid. This weak acid and its salts are used as a food preservative and is an important precurser for the synthesis of many other organic substances. Uses: Food preservative, feedstock, chemical sysnthesis, and in ointment to treat fungal skin diseases.

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Appearance:: White crystalline powder
Assay (On dry basis):: 99.5% min.
Moisture:: 0.7% max.
Residue on ignition:: 0.05% max.
Solidification point:: 121-123 deg C
Readily carbonizable matter (FCC 10):: Passes test
Readily oxidizable matter (FCC 10):: Passes test
Lead (as Pb):: 2 ppm max.