Benzyl Nicotinate Identity and Sourcing (CAS 94-44-0)
Benzyl Nicotinate (CAS 94-44-0) is the benzyl ester of nicotinic acid. NIST records the formula C13H11NO2 and molecular weight 213.2319 g/mol; PubChem lists the compound as CID 7191. Buyers should confirm the exact identity, required specification, analytical methods, intended technical function and destination-market requirements before comparing samples or quotations.
Benzyl Nicotinate identity at a glance
| Primary name | Benzyl Nicotinate |
|---|---|
| Other names | Benzyl pyridine-3-carboxylate; nicotinic acid benzyl ester; 3-pyridinecarboxylic acid phenylmethyl ester |
| CAS Registry Number | 94-44-0 |
| EC number | 202-332-3 |
| Molecular formula | C13H11NO2 |
| Molecular weight | 213.2319 g/mol (NIST; commonly rounded to 213.23) |
| InChIKey | KVYGGMBOZFWZBQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| PubChem CID | 7191 |
Identity references: NIST Chemistry WebBook and PubChem CID 7191. These sources establish chemical-record fields; they do not establish a Longchang specification, grade, lot result or application suitability.
What is Benzyl Nicotinate?
Benzyl Nicotinate is an ester formed from the structural components of nicotinic acid and benzyl alcohol. The name “nicotinate” identifies the pyridine-3-carboxylate portion of the molecule. It is not the same identity as nicotinic acid, benzyl alcohol or methyl nicotinate, and those materials should not be substituted on a purchase order without a separate technical review.
Use CAS 94-44-0 together with the controlled product name, formula and an identity method. A CAS number is a strong procurement key, but it does not define assay, impurities, water, appearance, packaging, grade or regulatory status.
Names and identity checks for an RFQ
| RFQ field | Why it matters | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Name and CAS | Separates Benzyl Nicotinate from related nicotinates and starting materials | Benzyl Nicotinate, CAS 94-44-0 |
| Formula / molecular weight | Provides a second identity cross-check | C13H11NO2 / 213.23 g/mol |
| Identity method | Connects the label to a controlled analytical result | Requested technique, reference standard and acceptance criteria |
| Assay | A percentage is not comparable without a method and basis | Method, units, basis, limit and applicable lot result |
| Physical description | The historical source record contains conflicting wording near room temperature | Controlled description, test temperature and acceptance criteria |
| Intended context | Use and compliance depend on formulation, process and market | Technical function, process, destination market and buyer standard |
Topical-response research is not a product claim
Published human studies have used experimental topical preparations containing benzyl nicotinate and measured local endpoints such as perfusion, temperature and redness. The results belong to the reported formulation, dose, site, protocol and participant group. They do not show that every raw material or finished formulation has the same response.
The studies do not establish general efficacy for pain, arthritis, hair growth, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory treatment or systemic circulation. They also do not define a universally safe concentration or prove regulatory approval. Read the separate Benzyl Nicotinate topical research evidence guide for study designs, measured endpoints and limits.
Cosmetic ingredient naming and regulatory boundary
The European Commission’s common ingredient name glossary includes BENZYL NICOTINATE. An older EU cosmetic-ingredient inventory records the function “Antistatic.” These records provide nomenclature and inventory context; they do not by themselves authorize a use, establish safety, define concentration, prove a cosmetic or pharmaceutical grade, or demonstrate that a current lot complies with a destination-market rule.
References: Commission Decision 2006/257/EC and Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2022/677. Qualification still requires the current applicable law, product category, concentration, exposure, safety assessment, claims and responsible-party review.
Historical source-record fields requiring confirmation
The previous Longchang product page displayed the fields below without a visible current controlled specification number, complete method set, lot identity, effective date or approval status. They are retained only as RFQ questions—not as current limits, lot results, grade claims, packaging commitments or regulatory evidence.
| Historical field | Old page value | Required current confirmation |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | “Light yellowish liquid” and, separately, “colorless to yellow crystal or liquid” | Controlled wording, test temperature, method and acceptance criteria |
| Purity | 98% / ≥98% | Current method, units, basis, limit and applicable lot result |
| Moisture | ≤0.5% | Current method, conditions, units, limit and applicable lot result |
| Melting point | 22–24 °C | Current method, range and relationship to the physical-description test temperature |
| Use | Pharmaceutical intermediate | Buyer-defined technical function, process, regulatory pathway and qualification evidence |
| Packaging | 25 kg/drum or according to requirement | Current pack size, construction, lining, closure, pallet and destination constraints |
The old structure-image URL returns a 404 page and is not retained as identity evidence.
Benzyl Nicotinate sourcing checklist
- Confirm Benzyl Nicotinate, CAS 94-44-0, formula and required identity method.
- Define the intended technical function, process, exposure context and destination market.
- Provide the buyer specification or list required tests, methods, units and limits.
- Request the current supplier specification, applicable lot COA and current SDS.
- State sample quantity, full commercial quantity, packaging constraints and destination.
- Request current MOQ, availability, quotation validity and destination-specific lead time.
- Qualify the sample and documents inside the buyer’s quality and regulatory systems before scale-up.
Request current CAS 94-44-0 information
Open the Benzyl Nicotinate CAS 94-44-0 sourcing page to request the current specification, analytical methods, applicable lot COA, SDS, sample and commercial information.
Email info@longchangchemical.com with the intended context, destination market, required tests and limits, quantity, packaging and document requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula of Benzyl Nicotinate?
The molecular formula is C13H11NO2.
What is the molecular weight of CAS 94-44-0?
NIST reports 213.2319 g/mol, commonly rounded to 213.23 g/mol.
Is Benzyl Nicotinate the same as nicotinic acid?
No. Benzyl Nicotinate is a distinct ester identity. Nicotinic acid, benzyl alcohol and methyl nicotinate require separate specifications and qualification.
Does the CAS number prove cosmetic or pharmaceutical suitability?
No. CAS 94-44-0 identifies the chemical record. Suitability requires current controlled documents, formulation and exposure assessment, applicable regulation and buyer approval.
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