【CAS】120-51-4
Alias: Benylate;Benzyl alcohol benzoic ester;Benzyl ester
Molecular formula: C14H12O2 Relative molecular mass: 212.24
Structural formula:
1.Product Property
Benzyl Benzoate (Food Grade) is a high-purity aromatic ester with the chemical formula C₁₄H₁₂O₂, appearing as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a faint floral odor.
2.
| Parameter | Specification (Food Grade) |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Assay (GC) | ≥ 99.0% |
| Odor | Faint aromatic odor |
| Acidity (as benzoic acid) | ≤ 0.1% |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.568 – 1.570 |
| Density (20°C) | 1.116 – 1.120 g/cm³ |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 ppm |
3.Application scope and Usage
Mainly used as a fixative. It is used to prepare fruit-based edible fragrances such as strawberry, pineapple, and cherry, as well as alcohol-based fragrances. It is also used in daily care fragrances such as jasmine, lily of the valley, ylang-ylang, gardenia, ylang-ylang, and lilac.
4.Package and Storage
Benzoic benzoate (food grade) should be packaged in sealed stainless steel, aluminum or food-grade plastic containers, and stored in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperatures (it is recommended that the storage temperature be below 30℃). The shelf life is usually 12-24 months.
