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Ethyl benzoate

Also known as Benzoic ether, Ethyl benzenecarboxylate, Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester

CAS 93-89-0Formula C9H10O2Molar mass 150.18 g/molEC 202-284-3
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Ethyl benzoate chemical structure, C9H10O2, CAS 93-89-0
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Physical form
Liquid
Boiling point
213.4 °C
Density
1.048 @ 20 °C
HS code
291631
Category
Flavor ingredients
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What is Ethyl benzoate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ethyl benzoate is a benzoate ester obtained by condensation of benzoic acid and ethanol. It is a volatile oil component found in ripe kiwifruit, cranberry juice, and palm kernel oil. It has a role as a volatile oil component, a flavouring agent and a fragrance. It is an ethyl ester and a benzoate ester.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
ethyl benzoate
CAS number
93-89-0 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
202-284-3
Molecular formula
C9H10O2
UNII
J115BRJ15H
MDL number
MFCD00009109
INCI name
ETHYL BENZOATE
InChIKey
MTZQAGJQAFMTAQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H10O2/c1-2-11-9(10)8-6-4-3-5-7-8/h3-7H,2H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCOC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1

Synonyms

  • Benzoic ether
  • Ethyl benzenecarboxylate
  • Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
  • Benzoyl ethyl ether
  • Ethylester kyseliny benzoove
  • Ethyl benzoate (natural)
  • Hydrous benzoyl peroxide impurity c (ep impurity)
  • Benzoic acid, ethyl ester
  • Benzoic acid-ethyl ester
  • ethylbenzoate
  • Benzoic acid,ethyl ester
  • Ethyl benzoate, >=99%
  • Ethyl benzoate, puriss., 98%
  • Ethyl benzoate, analytical standard
  • Ethyl benzoate, >=99%, FCC, FG
  • Benzoic acid, ethyl ester, FEMA No. 2422
  • Ethyl benzoate, natural, >=99%, FCC, FG
  • Ethyl benzoate, Vetec(TM) reagent grade, 98%
  • Benzoyl peroxide, hydrous Impurity C

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Physical form
Liquidexp.
Boiling point
213.4 °Cexp.
Density
1.048 @ 20 °Cexp.
Vapour pressure
1 [mm Hg] @44 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
150.18 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
150.0681 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.86calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.22calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Consumer uses: Fragrance.

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name ETHYL BENZOATE(fragrance, preservative)

Roles

  • additive
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • flavouring agent
  • food additive
  • food component
  • fragrance
  • metabolite
  • physiological role
  • plant metabolite
  • volatile oil component

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Fragrance
  • Preservative

Cosmetic functions

  • Fragrance
  • Preservative

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Ethyl benzoate is traded under.

HS 2916.31Indicative HS code

Benzoic acid, its salts and esters

World exports in 2024
$668M
+12.0% vs 2023, imports $664M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China30.7%
  2. Netherlands29.8%
  3. Estonia9.9%
Top importers
  1. United States14.7%
  2. Germany8.8%
  3. Brazil5.1%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Ethyl benzoate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Ethyl benzoate, based on the data on this page

What is Ethyl benzoate?

Ethyl benzoate is a benzoate ester obtained by condensation of benzoic acid and ethanol. It is a volatile oil component found in ripe kiwifruit, cranberry juice, and palm kernel oil. It has a role as a volatile oil component, a flavouring agent and a fragrance. It is an ethyl ester and a benzoate ester.

What is the CAS number of Ethyl benzoate?

The CAS registry number of Ethyl benzoate is 93-89-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Ethyl benzoate?

The molecular formula of Ethyl benzoate is C9H10O2 and its molar mass is 150.18 g/mol.

What is Ethyl benzoate used for?

Consumer uses: Fragrance. Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Ethyl benzoate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Ethyl benzoate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Ethyl benzoate?

Ethyl benzoate is usually classified under HS code 291631 (Benzoic acid, its salts and esters). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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