Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Benzyl formate (CAS: 104-57-4)?
Answer
Benzyl formate (CAS: 104-57-4) is a colorless liquid with a fruity odor. It has a molecular weight of 128.14 g/mol and a vapor pressure of 26 mm Hg at 20°C. The compound is soluble in ethanol, acetone, and ether but slightly soluble in water. It is unstable to heat and light, and it can undergo hydrolysis and esterification reactions.
About
CAS No
104-57-4
English Name
Benzyl formate
Molecular Formula
C8H8O2
Molecular Weight
136.15 g/mol
SMILES
O=COCc1ccccc1
InChIKey
UYWQUFXKFGHYNT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 08:06
