Benzyl benzoate

Independent reference data for Benzyl benzoate (CAS 120-51-4), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

CIR ingredient: Benzyl BenzoateUsed in plastic pyroxylin compounds, flavors, perfumes, plasticizers, dye carriers, antispasmodic drugs, insect repellants, scabicides , and pediculicides; [HSDB] Used as a dye carrier and a solvent for cellulose derivatives, plasticizers, and perfume fixatives; It is the main constituent in Peru balsam; Used in drugs for asthma; [Ullmann]

Synonyms and trade names

BENZYL BENZOATE; 120-51-4; Ascabiol; Benylate; Benzoic acid, phenylmethyl ester; Phenylmethyl benzoate; Benzoic acid, benzyl ester; Scobenol; Ascabin; Novoscabin; Scabiozon; Benzyl phenylformate; Benzylets; Colebenz; Peruscabin; Scabanca

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT, SOLVENT OR VEHICLE FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENTFood Additives -> CARRIER_SOLVENT: Flavouring Agent Balsamic, Herb, Oil

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H302, H411, H400 (21.1%), H371, H410

H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]

What the public record says

Benzyl benzoate is identified by CAS 120-51-4, molecular formula C14H12O2 and molecular weight 212.08 g/mol. UNII N863NB338G; ChEBI 41237; InChIKey SESFRYSPDFLNCH-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 323.5; Boiling Point: 321.3 °C; Boiling Point: BP: 323-324 °C.

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.