Benzoic acid
¥1100.00
Product Name: Benzoic Acid
Chemical Formula: C₇H₆O₂ (or C₆H₅COOH)
Key Features: White crystalline powder or flakes, faint pleasant odor, low solubility in cold water (higher in hot water), volatile with steam, mild acidity, naturally occurring in many plants.
Main Applications by Industry:
Food & Beverage Industry: As broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservative (E210) in acidic foods and beverages such as soft drinks, fruit juices, pickles, sauces, and margarine.
Pharmaceutical Industry: As intermediate in drug synthesis (e.g., benzyl benzoate, benzoate salts), antifungal agent in topical ointments, and as excipient in various formulations.
Cosmetics & Personal Care: As preservative and pH adjuster in lotions, creams, shampoos, mouthwashes, and other personal care products.
Chemical Synthesis: As precursor for producing phenol, caprolactam, benzoyl chloride, sodium benzoate, plasticizers, and alkyd resins.
Industrial Preservatives: Used as antimicrobial agent in paints, coatings, adhesives, metalworking fluids, and wood treatments.
Dye & Textile Industry: As intermediate in the production of aniline dyes and as carrier for polyester fiber dyeing.
Plastic & Polymer Industry: As additive in PVC and other polymers to improve processability and as raw material for plasticizers.
Agriculture: As component in certain fungicides, insect repellents, and animal feed preservatives.
Handling & Safety:
Mildly irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. May cause allergic reaction in sensitive individuals. Avoid dust formation. Use with adequate ventilation. Store in cool, dry place away from oxidizing agents.
