Title: Magnesium Benzoate
CAS Registry Number: 553-70-8
Molecular Formula: C14H10MgO4
Molecular Weight: 266.53
Percent Composition: C 63.09%, H 3.78%, Mg 9.12%, O 24.01%
Line Formula: Mg(C7H5O2)2
Derivative Type: Trihydrate
Properties: White, odorless powder. mp about 200°. Sol in 20 parts water, freely in hot water, alcohol. The aq soln is neutral or slightly acid.
Melting point: mp about 200°