Benzyl formate (C8H8O2)

Benzyl formate (C8H8O2; CAS 104-57-4) is a practical retrosynthesis target. Benzyl formate presents a C8 framework, aromatic rings. Open AI route search in one click below.

Target: Benzyl formate
CAS: 104-57-4
Formula: C8H8O2
Approx. MW: 136.15
SMILES: O=COCc1ccccc1
PubChem CID: 7708
Approx. carbons: C8

Benzyl formate structure

Properties

IUPAC name: benzyl formate
Common names: Benzyl formate; 104-57-4; Benzyl methanoate; Phenylmethyl formate; Formic acid, phenylmethyl ester; Benzyl alcohol, formate; Formic acid, benzyl ester; FEMA No. 2145; NSC-8049; 79GJF97O0Y
Molecular weight: 136.15
Exact mass: 136.05
InChIKey: UYWQUFXKFGHYNT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Boiling point: 202.00 to 203.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Density: 1.082-1.092

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Benzyl formate 1H / 13C NMR spectrum →

FAQ

What is the chemical formula of Benzyl formate?

Benzyl formate has molecular formula C8H8O2. Molecular weight about 136.15 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of Benzyl formate?

The CAS Registry Number for Benzyl formate is 104-57-4.

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References & tools

ChemicalHelper Reaction — AI retrosynthesis with optional library evidence.
PubChem — compound identifiers and structure depictions (NIH/NCBI).
Related: AiZynthFinder / synthesis planning literature for computer-aided retrosynthesis.