Description

 

Parameter Details
Chemical Name Benzoic Anhydride
CAS Number 93-97-0
Chemical Formula C14H10O3
Molecular Weight 226.23 g/mol
Appearance White to off-white crystalline solid
Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents like ethanol, ether, and benzene
Melting Point 42–43 °C
Boiling Point 360 °C

Most Common Uses :

  •  Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
  • Acts as a reagent in acylation reactions for making benzoate esters.
  •  Used in the manufacture of perfumes, pharmaceuticals, and dyes.

Storage Reccomendation :

  • Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. Protect from moisture and strong acids or bases.

Hazards :

  •  Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or in contact with skin.
  • Causes irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
  • Use gloves, protective clothing, and work in a well-ventilated area.

Other Information :

  • A key reactant in Friedel-Crafts acylation reactions.
  • Used in organic laboratories for esterification and synthesis of aromatic compounds.