Methyl benzoate Chemical Properties
Melting point -12 °C
Boiling point 198-199 °C(lit.)
density 1.088 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
vapor density 4.68 (vs air)
vapor pressure <1 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
refractive index n20/D 1.516(lit.)
FEMA 2683 | METHYL BENZOATE
Fp 181 °F
storage temp. Store at +5°C to +30°C.
solubility ethanol: soluble60%, clear (1mL/4ml)
form Liquid
color Clear colorless to pale yellow
explosive limit 8.6-20%(V)
Water Solubility <0.1 g/100 mL at 22.5 ºC
Merck 14,6024
BRN 1072099
Stability: Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
CAS DataBase Reference 93-58-3(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference Benzoic acid, methyl ester(93-58-3)
EPA Substance Registry System Benzoic acid, methyl ester(93-58-3)
Safety Information
Hazard Codes Xn
Risk Statements 22
Safety Statements 36
RIDADR UN 2938
WGK Germany 1
RTECS DH3850000
TSCA Yes
Hazardous Substances Data 93-58-3(Hazardous Substances Data)