Ethyl 4-Aminobenzoate (Benzocaine) — CAS 94-09-7

Benzocaine (ethyl 4-aminobenzoate, CAS 94-09-7) is a well-established topical local anesthetic and a widely used active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) and intermediate across pharmaceutical, OTC, dental, and veterinary sectors. UAB An Group Export supplies it in pharmaceutical and technical grades, matched to each customer's formulation and regulatory requirements.

It is used as the active ingredient in a wide range of topical anesthetic formulations for pain relief, dental applications, and minor wound care, and as a pharmaceutical intermediate in select chemical synthesis applications. Its rapid onset of surface anesthesia, established safety profile at approved usage levels, and broad pharmacopeia listing make it one of the most widely used topical anesthetic compounds globally.

For qualified pharmaceutical and industrial buyers, supply is coordinated around grade, purity, volume, packaging, and delivery destination, in line with applicable pharmaceutical, regulatory, and transport requirements. Orders are subject to end-use verification — see compliance statement below. Send your requirements and we'll prepare a quote covering supply, packaging, logistics, and delivery.

Regulatory Notice

Benzocaine is subject to enhanced regulatory scrutiny and import/export controls in several jurisdictions due to its documented use as an adulterant in illicit drug supply chains. UAB An Group Export supplies benzocaine exclusively to verified pharmaceutical manufacturers, OTC product formulators, dental supply companies, veterinary product manufacturers, and other qualified end users with documented legitimate business purposes. All orders require end-use declaration and business verification prior to confirmation — orders where end use cannot be adequately verified will not be accepted regardless of order volume or buyer location.

Benzocaine contains a primary aromatic amine functional group. Buyers should be aware that primary aromatic amines as a structural class are subject to regulatory scrutiny in cosmetic applications. Pharmaceutical-grade applications are subject to applicable pharmacopeia and regulatory requirements in the buyer's jurisdiction.

Key Applications

Topical Anesthetic FormulationsThe active ingredient in OTC and pharmaceutical topical anesthetic products including gels, creams, sprays, and lozenges for oral pain relief, minor wound care, sunburn treatment, and mucosal anesthesia. Available in USP/BP/EP pharmacopeia grades for pharmaceutical formulation.

Dental ApplicationsWidely used in dental topical anesthetic formulations for mucosal surface anesthesia prior to injection, and in select dental care products.

Veterinary PharmaceuticalsUsed as a topical anesthetic active ingredient in veterinary pharmaceutical formulations.

Pharmaceutical SynthesisUsed as a building block and intermediate in select pharmaceutical synthesis applications requiring a para-aminobenzoate ester scaffold.

Supply & Packaging

Supplied according to your required grade (pharmaceutical USP/BP/EP or technical), purity, quantity, packaging, and destination. Benzocaine is a white crystalline powder at room temperature with a faintly aromatic odor and characteristic numbing taste. Depending on the order, options include bags, fiber drums, or bulk shipment. Bulk quantities are available on request, subject to end-use verification.

As a primary aromatic amine compound, handling precautions appropriate for this chemical class apply — refer to the SDS for full personal protective equipment and handling requirements. Packaging, transport, and handling are arranged according to the product grade and applicable pharmaceutical or dangerous-goods handling requirements.

Product Documentation

Available on request, depending on the specific product and supply arrangement:

• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

• Certificate of Analysis (CoA), including assay, melting point, and residual solvent data

• Technical Data Sheet (TDS)

• Pharmacopeia compliance documentation (USP/BP/EP)

• End-use declaration form

• Shipping and transport documentation

Compliance statement:

"Due to the regulated nature of this product and its documented potential for diversion, all orders are subject to mandatory end-use declaration and business registration verification prior to confirmation. Buyers must provide documented evidence of legitimate pharmaceutical, OTC, dental, or veterinary manufacturing purpose. UAB An Group Export screens all orders against applicable international sanctions and restricted-party lists, and reserves the right to decline any order where end use, destination, or buyer information cannot be adequately verified. Orders without a confirmed and documented end use will not be accepted."

Request a Quote

Benzocaine is supplied exclusively to qualified pharmaceutical manufacturers, OTC product formulators, dental supply companies, veterinary manufacturers, and other verified end users. To request a quotation, please provide your company details, regulatory status, and manufacturing purpose alongside your product requirements.

For a quotation, please provide: company name and registration → manufacturing license or pharmaceutical manufacturer status → end-use application and finished product description → required grade and pharmacopeia standard → quantity → packaging → delivery country/city or port → required delivery timeframe