Description

Benzoic Acid CAS NO 6585075-09-2 is a simple aromatic carboxylic acid widely recognized for its effective antimicrobial and preservative properties. This compound is a fundamental building block in organic synthesis and a critical additive for product stability and shelf-life extension across multiple industries. It is essential for manufacturers in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, and industrial chemical sectors seeking a reliable, high-quality preservative and intermediate.

Application

• Food & Beverage Preservation: Used as an antimicrobial agent (E210) to inhibit mold and yeast growth in acidic foods, soft drinks, fruit juices, and condiments.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key starting material in the synthesis of benzoyl chloride, sodium benzoate, and various benzoate ester prodrugs.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a preservative in creams, lotions, and oral care products to prevent microbial spoilage.
• Industrial Chemical Synthesis: A crucial precursor in the production of plasticizers (e.g., glycol esters), phenol, and caprolactam.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the manufacture of benzoate esters, which are used as odorants and flavoring agents.
• Animal Feed Additive: Utilized for its preservative and gut health-promoting properties in feed formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	6585075-09-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6O2
Molecular Weight	122.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzenecarboxylic Acid; Phenylformic Acid; Dracylic Acid; Carboxybenzene; E210; Retardex; Salvo; Tenn-Plas; Benzoate
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Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant pharmacopeial standards (USP/EP) and food-grade specifications (FCC) as required. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources, strong oxidizers, and strong bases. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder or needles
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% - 100.5%
Melting Point	121°C - 123°C
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Sulfated Ash	≤ 0.05%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.