Preservatives

Description

Preservatives · CAS 14322-82-8 · C7H6O2. UNII 8SKN0B0MIM. Boiling Point: 480 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 249.2; Boiling Point: 249.2 °C at 760 mm Hg.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	14322-82-8
PubChem CID	243
Molecular formula	C7H6O2
IUPAC name	benzoic acid
UNII (FDA)	8SKN0B0MIM
FEMA number	2131
JECFA number	850

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	122.12
XLogP3	1.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	1
Exact Mass	122.036779430
Monoisotopic Mass	122.036779430
Topological Polar Surface Area	37.3
Heavy Atom Count	9
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	480 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point	249.2
Boiling Point	249.2 °C at 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point	249 °C
Boiling Point	249 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point	252.3 °F (NTP, 1992)
Melting Point	122.4
Melting Point	121,5 - 123,5 °C
Melting Point	122.35 °C
Melting Point	122.4 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Benzoic acid appears as a white crystalline solid. Slightly soluble in water. The primary hazard is the potential for environmental damage if released. Immediate steps should be taken to limit spread to the environment. Used to make other chemicals, as a food preservative, and for other uses.
• Large Crystals; Liquid; Liquid; Large Crystals; CBI; Dry Powder; Other Solid
• White crystalline powder
• White crystals or powder; [ICSC]
• Solid
• WHITE CRYSTALS OR POWDER.

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: ANTIMICROBIAL AGENT, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT, PH CONTROL AGENT FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Flavoring Agents PRESERVATIVE: Food Additives
GHS notification summary	0.9% (28 / 3274)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	0.9% (28 / 3274)
Reported hazard statements	H315, H318, H372, H302 (29.7%), H319 (16.4%), H361, H373, H402

Documented Uses

• Used as a food and drug preservative; Used as a chemical standard and intermediate; [HSDB]
• The largest use of benzoic acid is as a chemical raw material in the production of phenol, caprolactam, glycol dibenzoates esters, and sodium and/or potassium benzoate.
• Preserving foods, fats, fruit juices, alkaloidal solutions; manufacture of benzoates & benzoyl compounds, dyes; in calico printing; for curing tobacco; as std in volumetric and calorimetric analysis.
• For more Uses (Complete) data for BENZOIC ACID (14 total), please visit the HSDB record page.
• Use (kg; approx.) in Germany (2009): >1000
• Consumption (g per capita; approx.) in Germany (2009): 0.0122

Synonyms

benzoic acid; 65-85-0; Dracylic acid; benzenecarboxylic acid; Benzeneformic acid; Carboxybenzene; phenylformic acid; Benzenemethanoic acid; Phenylcarboxylic acid; Retardex; Retarder BA; Tenn-Plas; Salvo liquid; Benzoesaeure GK; Benzoesaeure GV; Acide benzoique

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Preservatives?

CAS 14322-82-8; molecular formula C7H6O2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Preservatives known by?

benzoic acid, 65-85-0, Dracylic acid, benzenecarboxylic acid, Benzeneformic acid, Carboxybenzene.

What is the regulatory status of Preservatives?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: ANTIMICROBIAL AGENT, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT, PH CONTROL AGENT; FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS.

Is Preservatives classified as hazardous?

0.9% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (28 of 3274).

What are the key physical properties of Preservatives?

Boiling Point: 480 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 249.2; Boiling Point: 249.2 °C at 760 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 249 °C.

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