Ethyl Benzoate

Description

Ethyl Benzoate is identified by CAS 93-89-0, molecular formula C9H10O2 and molecular weight 150.07 g/mol. UNII J115BRJ15H; ChEBI 156074; InChIKey MTZQAGJQAFMTAQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 75.50 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 212 °C; Boiling Point: 213.4 °C @760 [mm Hg].

Identification

CAS Registry Number	93-89-0
PubChem CID	7165
Molecular formula	C9H10O2
Molecular weight	150.07 g/mol
IUPAC name	ethyl benzoate
InChIKey	MTZQAGJQAFMTAQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
UNII (FDA)	J115BRJ15H
ChEBI ID	CHEBI:156074
FEMA number	2422
JECFA number	852

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	150.17
XLogP3	2.6
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	3
Exact Mass	150.068079557
Monoisotopic Mass	150.068079557
Topological Polar Surface Area	26.3
Heavy Atom Count	11
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	75.50 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point	212 °C
Boiling Point	213.4 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point	-34 °C
Solubility	0.72 mg/mL at 25 °C
Density	1.043-1.050
Density	1.048 @ 20°C
Vapor Pressure	0.26 [mmHg]
Vapor Pressure	1 [mm Hg] @44 °C
LogP	2.64

Physical description & handling notes

• Liquid
• Colorless refractive liquid with an aromatic odor; [Merck Index]
• colourless slightly oily liquid with a warm, heavy, floral-fruity odour
• insoluble in water, glycerol; soluble in organic solvents, oils
• miscible at room temperature (in ethanol)
• Positive

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Camomile, Celery, Fat, Flower, Fruit No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	94% (1729 / 1839)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	94% (1729 / 1839)

Documented Uses

• Used in flavors, perfumes, and solvents for lacquers, cellulose derivatives, and resins; [Hawley]
• Painting (Solvents) [Category: Paint]
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index
• Information on 3 consumer products that contain Ethyl Benzoate in the following categories is provided:
• Benzoic acid, ethyl ester: ACTIVE

Synonyms

ETHYL BENZOATE; 93-89-0; Benzoic ether; Ethyl benzenecarboxylate; Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoyl ethyl ether; Ethylester kyseliny benzoove; FEMA No. 2422; Ethyl benzoate (natural); DTXSID3038696; NSC 8884; EINECS 202-284-3; UNII-J115BRJ15H; J115BRJ15H; AI3-01352; NSC-8884

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Ethyl Benzoate?

CAS 93-89-0; molecular formula C9H10O2; molecular weight 150.07 g/mol.

What other names is Ethyl Benzoate known by?

ETHYL BENZOATE, 93-89-0, Benzoic ether, Ethyl benzenecarboxylate, Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester, Benzoyl ethyl ether.

What is the regulatory status of Ethyl Benzoate?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; Flavoring Agents.

Is Ethyl Benzoate classified as hazardous?

94% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (1729 of 1839).

What are the key physical properties of Ethyl Benzoate?

Boiling Point: 75.50 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 212 °C; Boiling Point: 213.4 °C @760 [mm Hg]; Melting Point: -34 °C.

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