Methyl benzoate
Also known as: Benzoic acid methyl ester, Niobe oil, Oil of niobe, Essence of niobe, Methyl benzenecarboxylate, Clorius, FEMA 2683
Methyl benzoate (CAS 93-58-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O2 and a molecular weight of 136.148 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -12 °C, a boiling point of 199.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.8±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 93-58-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1497804-3
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 136.148 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -12 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 199.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 82.8±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 136.052429 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.20 |
| Additional Property | 4.68 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.509 |
| Additional Property | <0.1 g/100 mL at 22.5 ºC |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916310090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916310090 other benzoic acid and its salts and esters。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。general tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl benzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl benzoate is 93-58-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl benzoate?
Methyl benzoate has molecular formula C8H8O2 and molecular weight 136.148 g/mol.
Is Methyl benzoate hazardous?
Methyl benzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl benzoate?
For Methyl benzoate, Downstream Products: octadecyl benzoate, Methyl 4-(pyridin-4-yl)benzoate, 2-Phenyl-4-penten-2-ol.
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