Benzyl benzoate
Synonyms
Benzoic acid, benzyl ester;
Benzoic acid, phenylmethyl ester;
FEMA No. 2138;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 120-51-4
EINECS: 204-402-9
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C14H12O2
Molecular Weight: 212.24
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), liquid.
Odor mild pleasant aroma.
Solubility insoluble in water.
Physical - chemical properties
|
Melting point, °C |
19[1] |
Stability stable. Under strong acid or strong alkali condition, easily hydrolyzed.
Risk Liquid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
cat oral LD50 |
2240mg/kg[2] |
|
dog oral LD50 |
> 22440mg/kg[2] |
|
guinea pig oral LD50 |
1mL/kg[2] |
|
mouse intraperitoneal LD50 |
> 500mg/kg[2] |
|
mouse oral LD50 |
1.4mL/kg[2] |
|
rabbit oral LD50 |
1680mg/kg[2] |
|
rabbit skin LD50 |
4000mg/kg[2] |
|
rat oral LD50 |
1.7mL/kg[2] |
|
rat skin LD50 |
4mL/kg[2] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent insecticidal, antibacterial, bacteriostatic, dispersing, masking abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
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Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Liquid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Product standards
(1), Chinese standards
(1a), GB 1886.289 Food safety national standard -- Food additive -- Benzyl benzoate
(1b), QB/T 1780 Benzyl benzoate
4, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as solvent.
Use as plasticizer.
2, Personal care products
Antimicrobial agent, perfume, solvent in personal care products.
Further information:
(1), In accordance with EU regulations (EC) No 1223/2009, directive 2003/15/EC, be included in Annex III/85.
3, Food
Use as food additive (perfume).
4, Agriculture
Insecticide in agriculture.
5, Perfume
Solvent, fixative agent in perfume.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: HSDB. 120-51-4, Benzyl benzoate
[2]: ChemIDplus. 120-51-4, Benzyl benzoate
Update: 20141024(1); 20200607(2);