Ethyl 4-(benzyloxy)benzoate

Also known as: Benzoic acid, 4-(phenylmethoxy)-, ethyl ester, Ethyl 4-phenylmethoxybenzoate, Brl 10894, MFCD00174341, RARECHEM AL BI 0087, JR-8796

Ethyl 4-(benzyloxy)benzoate (CAS 56441-55-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H16O3 and a molecular weight of 256.29600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 42-44°C, a boiling point of 385.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.121 g/cm3 and a flash point of 162.3ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 56441-55-5
Jingsj CID: J-43690-8
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight: 256.29600 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	42-44°C
Boiling Point	385.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.121 g/cm3
Flash Point	162.3ºC
Exact Mass	256.11000
PSA	35.53000
LogP	3.44230
Refractive Index	1.559

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2918990090
Summary	2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. 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 Ethyl 4-(benzyloxy)benzoate?

The CAS number of Ethyl 4-(benzyloxy)benzoate is 56441-55-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 4-(benzyloxy)benzoate?

Ethyl 4-(benzyloxy)benzoate has molecular formula C16H16O3 and molecular weight 256.29600 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 4-(benzyloxy)benzoate?

For Ethyl 4-(benzyloxy)benzoate, Upstream Products: Ethylparaben, Benzyl bromide, Benzyl chloride; Downstream Products: 4-Benzyloxybenzoic acid anhydride, Genkwanin, 4-Benzyloxybenzyl alcohol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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