Methyl benzoate is formed by the condensation of methanol and benzoic acid, in presence of a strong acid such as hydrochloric acid.
Specification
Appearance Clear colorless oily liquid
Purity, % min. 99.0
Color, Hazan max. 20
Specific gravity (20°C) 1.082-1.088
Refractive Index (20°C) 1.5140-1.5180
Water, %max. 0.10
Acidity, mgKOH/g max. 1.0
Application
- Perfume industry: mainly used in the concoction of artificial Ylang spices and perfume compound for soap, also in the production of rose type essence.
- Solvent for cellulose ether, cellulose ester, synthetic resin and rubber.
- Dyeing auxiliary for polyester fiber.
- Solvent for microscopic analysis.Packing
200kg per drum.
16mt per 20ft container