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Benzoic Acid
Molecular formula/Structural formula:C6H5COOH
Properties:The smell of benzoic acid with benzene and formaldehyde scaly or needle crystal.Melting point is 122.13 ¡æ, boiling point 249 ¡æ, relative density 1.2659 (15/4 ¡æ).At 100 ¡æ sublimation rapidly, its steam has a strong irritating, easy cause cough after inhaling.Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol, ether and other organic solvents.Benzoic acid is a weak acid, better than fatty acids.
Application:Benzoic acid and its sodium salt can be used as a latex, toothpaste, jam or other food antimicrobial agent, also as a mordant dyeing and color.Can also be used as pharmaceutical and dye intermediates for preparing plasticizer and spices, etc., also as a rust inhibitor of steel equipment.
Storage and transportation:For external use only local may have mild stimulation.Oil ointment should not be stored in the temperature too high.