Benzoic Acid

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Benzoic Acid Specification

EINECS No
200-618-2

Loss on Drying
0.5% Max

Melting Point
122-123°C

Residue on Ignition
0.05% Max

Particle Size
200 Mesh

Molecular Weight
122.12 g/mol

HS Code
29163100

Ph Level
3-4 (5% aqueous solution)

Molecular Formula
C7H6O2

Assay
99.5%

Moisture (%)
0.1% Max

Storage
Keep in a cool dry and well-ventilated place away from heat and light

Boiling point
249°C

Heavy Metal (%)
0.002% Max

Other Names
Carboxybenzene Phenylformic Acid

CAS No
65-85-0

Type
Organic Acid

Grade
Industrial Grade

Usage
Preservative Intermediate in Chemical Synthesis

Purity
99.5% Min

Appearance
White Crystalline Powder

Application
Food Pharmaceuticals Cosmetics Adhesives Plastics

Raw Material
Toluene

Smell
Faint Aromatic Odor

Color
White

Form
Solid

Benzoic Acid About

Benzoic Acid aids in the prevention of bacterial infection. The body sheds rough or dead skin cells with the aid of salicylic acid. It is a frequently used antimicrobial preservative in food and drinks, particularly carbonated ones. This is used to treat skin inflammation and irritation brought on by burns, insect bites, fungal infections, or eczema. Benzoic Acid has its best antibacterial action within a pH range of 2.5 to 4.0. This is very effective as well as economical to use.

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