Benzyl lactate
Also known as: Benzyl 2-hydroxypropanoate, 2-Hydroxypropionic acid benzyl ester, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, phenylmethyl ester, Benzyl 2-hydroxypropionate, Ai3-15720, Lactic acid benzyl ester, rac-Benzyl lactate, Benzyl (RS)-lactate, Benzyllactat, Milchsaeure-benzylester, Compound T20440
Benzyl lactate (CAS 2051-96-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O3 and a molecular weight of 180.201 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 280.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.8±13.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2051-96-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1960229-0
- Molecular Formula
- C10H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 180.201 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 280.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 116.8±13.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 180.078644 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.17 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.529 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Jong-Won Lee, et al. Microbial biosynthesis of lactate esters. Biotechnol Biofuels. 2019 Sep 20:12:226. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918110000 |
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| Summary | 2918110000. lactic acid, its salts and esters. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward). MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Benzyl lactate?
The CAS number of Benzyl lactate is 2051-96-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl lactate?
Benzyl lactate has molecular formula C10H12O3 and molecular weight 180.201 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzyl lactate?
For Benzyl lactate, Upstream Products: 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid, Benzyl bromide, Benzyl acrylate; Downstream Products: Diphenyl hydrogen phosphate, Benzyl L-lactate, Benzyl lactate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzyl lactate (CAS 2051-96-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1960229-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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