Methyl benzoate

A colorless to yellowish aromatic ester with a pleasant odor, used widely as a solvent, fragrance ingredient and chemical intermediate in industrial applications.

Key technical data

• Product ID (SKU): MEBZO
• CAS: 93-58-3
• Formula: C8H8O2
• Molecular weight: 136.15 g/mol
• Density: 0.80–1.10 g/mL
• Boiling point: 196–202 °C
• Flash point: 78–83 °C
• Physical form: Oil
• Solubility: Insoluble in water; readily soluble in alcohols, oils, paraffins and most organic solvents

Primary applications

• Chemical intermediate: Suitable for selective aromatic transformations (bromination, nitration, chlorination, hydrogenation, amidation) to produce substituted benzoate derivatives
• Fragrance & air care: Used in perfumes, deodorants and air fresheners for its agreeable aroma
• Agrochemical uses: Investigated as a lower-toxicity fumigant alternative and for other crop protection formulations
• Industrial solvent/carrier: Carrier for dyes, cellulose esters and other organic formulations
• Additional uses: Employed as a bee attractant/bait, insect repellent/insecticide component, preservative and masking agent in formulations

Handling & regulatory notes

• Consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for detailed handling, storage, transport and disposal requirements
• Observe standard industrial hygiene and storage precautions; note the flash point (78–83 °C) when assessing fire risk and transport classification

For commercial orders, purity grades, certification (e.g., GC, assay), packaging sizes and pricing, request the seller's technical and commercial specifications.