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Benzamide

Also known as: BENZOIC AMIDE, BENZOYLAMIDE, Benzenecarboxamide, Phenylcarboxamide, Phenylcarboxyamide, Benzamid, Carbonamide, ai3-01031, amidkyselinybenzoove, benzoic acid amide, benzene amide, benzene carboxamide

Benzamide (CAS 55-21-0) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO and a molecular weight of 121.137 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 125-128 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 221.5±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 87.8±22.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H341 — Suspected of causing genetic defects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
55-21-0
Jingsj CID
J-27784-8
Molecular Formula
C7H7NO
Molecular Weight
121.137 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point125-128 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point221.5±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point87.8±22.6 °C
Exact Mass121.052765
PSA43.09000
LogP0.84
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.547
Additional Property1.35 g/100 mL (20 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Health HazardSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H341 — Suspected of causing genetic defects

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2924299090
Summary2924299090. other cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Benzamide?

The CAS number of Benzamide is 55-21-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzamide?

Benzamide has molecular formula C7H7NO and molecular weight 121.137 g/mol.

Is Benzamide hazardous?

Benzamide has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H341 — Suspected of causing genetic defects.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzamide?

For Benzamide, Upstream Products: Iodobenzene, Benzyl alcohol, Benzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: N-(benzotriazol-1-ylmethyl)benzamide, N-(Chloromethyl)benzamide, Cyclohexyl N-phenylcarbamate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzamide (CAS 55-21-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-27784-8 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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