Benzoic Acid
Formula:
C
6
H
5
CO
2
H
mol.wt.=
122.12
mp=
122-123°C
bp=
249°C
Water: 1 g in 345 mL (cold), 1 g in 15 mL (near boiling); Alcohol: 1 g in 2.3 mL (cold), 1 g in 1.5 mL (boiling); Ether: 1 g in 3 mL; Acetone: 1 g in 3 mL.
Solubility
Irritant. Waste disposal: Mix in a combustible solvent for incineration.
Safety
