Benzoic acid methyl ester, 2.5 l, glass

This 2.5 L glass container holds Methyl Benzoate, a carboxylic acid ester within the xylene alternatives category, with a molecular weight of 136.15 g/mol. It is recommended to use safety goggles when handling this substance due to its potential hazards. The Boiling Point ranges from 388 to 390°F at 760 mmHg, and it has a Vapour Density heavier than air, causing it to sink. This product carries a warning signal word and may be harmful if swallowed or pose flammability risks. For detailed information, refer to the relevant workplace labels and safety data sheets.

• CAS Number: 93-58-3
• Molecular Formula: C8H8O2
• Molecular Weight: 136.15
• Exact Mass: 136.052429494
• Boiling Point: 388 to 390 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: 10 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 4.69 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements:
• H302 (99.7%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H227: Combustible liquid [Warning Flammable liquids]