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Vinyl benzoate

Also known as: Benzoic acid, ethenyl ester, Benzoic acid vinyl ester, Vinyl benzoate (stabilized with MEHQ), ethenyl benzoate, CH2=CHOCOPh, EINECS 212-214-3, MFCD00048141

Vinyl benzoate (CAS 769-78-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O2 and a molecular weight of 148.15900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 95-96 °C20 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.07 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 82.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
769-78-8
Jingsj CID
J-816316-4
Molecular Formula
C9H8O2
Molecular Weight
148.15900 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/2/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point95-96 °C20 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.07 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point82.2 °C
Exact Mass148.05200
PSA26.30000
LogP1.98690
Vapor Pressure0.4 mm Hg ( 25 °C)
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.529(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Vinyl benzoate?

The CAS number of Vinyl benzoate is 769-78-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Vinyl benzoate?

Vinyl benzoate has molecular formula C9H8O2 and molecular weight 148.15900 g/mol.

Is Vinyl benzoate hazardous?

Vinyl benzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Vinyl benzoate?

For Vinyl benzoate, Upstream Products: benzoic acid, Acetylene, Benzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: Ethyl benzoate, Benzamide, octyl benzoate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Vinyl benzoate (CAS 769-78-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-816316-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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