Identification | ||
Name | Benzoic acid | |
Synonyms | Benzenecarboxylic acid; Benzeneformic acid; Benzenemethonic acid; Carboxybenzene; Oracylic acid; phenyl carboxylic acid; Phenylformic acid | |
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Molecular Structure |
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Molecular Formula | C7H6O2 | |
Molecular Weight | 122.12 | |
CAS Registry Number | 65-85-0 | |
EINECS | 200-618-2 | |
FEMA | 2131 | |
Properties | ||
Density | 1.08 | |
Melting point | 121-123 ºC | |
Boiling point | 249 ºC | |
Flash point | 121 ºC | |
Water solubility | Slightly soluble. 0.34 g/100 mL |