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Phenethyl Acetate

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Catalog Number CI-OT-0005
Product Name Phenethyl Acetate
CAS 103-45-7
Structure
Synonyms Phenethyl acetate;Acetic acid, 2-phenylethyl ester;FEMA No. 2857
IUPAC Name 2-phenylethyl acetate
Molecular Weight 164.2 g/mol
Molecular Formula C10H12O2
InChI InChI=1S/C10H12O2/c1-9(11)12-8-7-10-5-3-2-4-6-10/h2-6H,7-8H2,1H3
InChI Key MDHYEMXUFSJLGV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Boiling Point 238-239 °C
Melting Point -31 °C
Purity 95%
Density 1.03 g/mL
Appearance Liquid
Isomeric SMILES CC(=O)OCCC1=CC=CC=C1
Custom Q&A

What is the chemical formula for Phenethyl acetate?

The chemical formula for Phenethyl acetate is C10H12O2.

What is the boiling point of Phenethyl acetate?

The boiling point of Phenethyl acetate is 238-239°C.

What is the odor type of Phenethyl acetate?

The odor type of Phenethyl acetate is floral.

In which products is Phenethyl acetate commonly used?

Phenethyl acetate is commonly used in cosmetic and soap essences, as well as in foods and alcoholic beverages.

What is the molecular weight of Phenethyl acetate?

The molecular weight of Phenethyl acetate is 164.2 g/mol.

What is the aroma threshold value for Phenethyl acetate?

The aroma threshold value for Phenethyl acetate is 3 to 5 ppm.

What is the taste threshold value for Phenethyl acetate at 50 ppm?

The taste characteristics at 50 ppm of Phenethyl acetate include fruity, sweet, honey, floral, tropical, rosy, with a slight yeasty, honey note with cocoa and balsamic nuances.

How is Phenethyl acetate synthesized?

Phenethyl acetate is synthesized by acetylation of phenylethyl alcohol.

What are some of the products where Phenethyl acetate is found naturally?

Phenethyl acetate is found naturally in apple, banana, grape, pineapple, tomato, cinnamon, peppermint oil, beer, whisky, tea, olive, and various other products.

What are some safety considerations for Phenethyl acetate?

Phenethyl acetate is moderately toxic by ingestion and mildly toxic by skin contact. It is a skin irritant and can react vigorously with oxidizing materials. When heated to decomposition, it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.

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