| 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 | |