Eng., Benzoic Acid. Formula, HC7H5O2. An organic acid obtained from benzoin or prepared synthetically.

Form

Whitish scales or needles.

Odor And Taste

Almost odorless and somewhat pungent taste. Solubility.-In 275 parts of water and 2.3-parts of alcohol. Average Dose.-8 grains (0.5 Gm.).

Benzoic Acid is contained in Liquor Antisepticus and Tinctura Opii Camphorata.

Official Benzoates.

Incompatibles

Acids, ferric salts, alkali hydroxides, lead acetate, corrosive mercuric chloride.