Methyl Benzoate

C₈H₈O₂

IUPAC: Methyl benzenecarboxylate

CAS: 93-58-3

Overview

Methyl benzoate is an ester with a pleasant aromatic odor reminiscent of fruits. It occurs naturally in many plants and is used in perfumery.

Composition

Element Symbol Atoms Atomic Mass
Hydrogen H 8 1.0080
Carbon C 8 12.0110
Oxygen O 2 15.9990

Elemental Composition

H
Hydrogen ×8
5.9%
C
Carbon ×8
70.6%
O
Oxygen ×2
23.5%

Uses

  • • Fragrance ingredient
  • • Flavoring agent
  • • Solvent
  • • Chemical intermediate

Fun Facts

  • ✦ Found naturally in ylang-ylang, feijoa, and other fruits

Safety

  • ⚠ Irritant

Structure

SMILES

COC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1

Properties

Type
organic
State
liquid
Molar Mass
136.15 g/mol
Density
1.0940 g/cm³
Melting Point
-12.4 °C
Boiling Point
199.6 °C
Solubility
2.1 g/L at 20°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
136.0524
XLogP
2.1
TPSA
26.3 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
2
Rotatable Bonds
2
Heavy Atoms
10
Complexity
114.0

Related Compounds

1,2-Dichloroethane

C₂H₄Cl₂

1,3-Butadiene

C₄H₆

1,4-Dioxane

C₄H₈O₂

1-Butanol

C₄H₁₀O

2-Propanol

C₃H₈O

Acetaldehyde

CH₃CHO

Acetamide

C₂H₅NO

Acetic Anhydride

C₄H₆O₃

Acetone

(CH₃)₂CO

Acetonitrile

C₂H₃N

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Methyl Benzoate?
Methyl Benzoate (C₈H₈O₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Methyl benzenecarboxylate.
What is the molecular weight of Methyl Benzoate?
Methyl Benzoate has a molar mass of 136.15 g/mol.
What state is Methyl Benzoate at room temperature?
Methyl Benzoate is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Methyl Benzoate organic or inorganic?
Methyl Benzoate is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Methyl Benzoate?
Methyl Benzoate (C₈H₈O₂) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).