Benzoic acid methyl ester, 25 l, tinplate

This 25-liter tinplate container holds Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester, a carboxylic acid ester commonly known as methyl benzoate. With a Molecular Weight of 136.15 grams per mole, this substance is used as an alternative to xylene in various applications within life science and histology/microscopy. It's crucial to use safety goggles when working with this substance due to its potential hazards. The Boiling Point ranges from 388 to 390 degrees Fahrenheit at standard pressure, and it has a Melting Point of 10 degrees Fahrenheit. This substance is heavier than air and will sink, making it important to handle it carefully to avoid accidental spills.

• 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]