Spotlight on BENZOIC ACID, a splendiferous compound with a praiseworthy melting point of 122-123C and a boiling point of 249C, reserved for the virtuoso in chemical expertise. Slightly soluble in water yet readily dissolvable in alcohol and ether, it features a faint, benzene-like odor and boasts a molecular weight of 122.12 g/mol. Manufactured to high purity, it is non-hazardous and ideal for various industrial, pharmaceutical, and laboratory applications. Get competitive offerings from exporters, suppliers, and traders across India, stored in tightly sealed containers for quality retention.
| SPECIFICATION | IP | BP | USP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Colorless, light crystals, scales or needles, odour, slight characteristic. | White or almost white, crystalline powder or colorless crystals. | Colorless, light crystals, scales or needles, odor, slight characteristic. |
| Solubility | - | Slightly soluble in water, soluble in boiling water and freely soluble in ethanol (96 %) and in fatty oils. | - |
| Appearance of solution | A 5.0 % w/v solution in ethanol (95%) is clear and colorless. | 5 % solution in ethanol (96 %) is clear and colorless. | - |
| Identification Melting point Reaction Acidic | 121oC to 123oC buff colored precipitate is produced Light absorption maximum at about 225 nm, about 0.8. 1% w/v solution is acidic to methyl red solution. | A : 121oC to 124oC B: It gives reaction of Benzoates. | Summoned colored PPT is formed. A white PPT formed which is soluble in ether |
| Arsenic | NMT 2 ppm. | - | - |
| Heavy metals | NMT10 ppm. | - | NMT10 ppm. |
| Readily oxidisable substance | NMT 0.5 ml of potassium permanganate is require to persist pink color. | After 5 min. solution is still colored pink. | NMT 0.50 ml of 0.10 N potassium permanganate is Consumed. |
| Readily carbonisable substance | The color of the solution is not more instance than that of the reference solution YS5. | The solution is not more intensely colored than reference solution Y5 | The solution has no more color than matching fluid Q. |
| Cinnamic acid | No odour of benzaldehyde is developed. | - | - |
| Chlorinated compounds | The filtrate compiles with the limit test of chloride. | - | - |
| Halogenated compounds & Halides | - | NMT 300 ppm | - |
| Residue on Ignition | NMT 0.1 % | NMT 0.1 % | NMT 0.05 % |
| Water by KF | NMT 0.7 % | - | NMT 0.7 % |
| Assay (on anhydrous basis) | 99.5 % to 100.5 % | 99.0 % to 100.5 % | 99.5 % to 100.5 % |
Benzoic Acid serves as a versatile preservative in food, an intermediate in chemical synthesis, and a stabilizer in pharmaceuticals. Renowned for its purity, it appears as colorless or white crystalline powder with a faint, benzene-like odor. The compounds key features include its slight water solubility and impressive solubility in alcohol and ether, making it ideal for various laboratory, industrial, or manufacturing processes. Its non-hazardous classification adds reliability for a wide range of professional applications.
Ensuring customer satisfaction, Benzoic Acid samples are available to assess quality before Order Completion. Quotation requests are welcomed, with fast responses detailing competitive pricing and delivery terms. Products are shipped from major Indian ports under FOB conditions, providing customers flexibility and market value. Available samples support informed decision-making and fair evaluation, helping traders and buyers to choose the right product grade for their unique project or industry requirement.
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