Molekula
2-Phenoxyethanol
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2-Phenoxyethanol is a colorless, viscous liquid solvent and preservative widely used in cosmetics, personal care products, and pharmaceuticals for its antimicrobial properties. It effectively inhibits bacterial and fungal growth, extending shelf life while maintaining product safety. This chemical has a CAS number of 122-99-6, molecular formula C8H10O2, and a molecular weight of 138.16 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its hazardous classification—marked with the signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies 2-Phenoxyethanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 kg — £62.60 per pack ex VAT · £75.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.5335-1.5405 @ 20°C |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay (GC) | ≥92.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 126 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Oily liquid |
| Odour | Faint aromatic odor |
| Melting Point | 14 °C |
| Boiling Point | 245 °C |
| Density | 1.1 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 26 g/L at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Freely soluble in alcohol, ether, and sodium hydroxide |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.0013 kPa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.534 |
| pKa | pKa = 15.10 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.16 |
Source: PubChem CID 31236 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 30750161 |
| CAS Number | 122-99-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-phenoxyethanol |
| EC Number | 204-589-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H10O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 138.16 |
| Exact Mass | 138.0681 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)OCCO |
| InChIKey | QCDWFXQBSFUVSP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H10O2/c9-6-7-10-8-4-2-1-3-5-8/h1-5,9H,6-7H2 |
| PubChem CID | 31236 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2909.49.1500 |
| Tariff Code | 2909498090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-Phenoxyethan-1-Ol
- Ethanol, 2-phenoxy-
- Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether
- Ethylene glycol phenyl ether
- Phenoxethol
- Phenoxetol
- Phenoxyethanol
- Phenoxytol
- Phenyl cellosolve
- Rose ether
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Phenoxyethanol commonly used for?
2-Phenoxyethanol is primarily used as a preservative in cosmetics, personal care products, and industrial formulations to prevent microbial growth.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Phenoxyethanol?
The chemical formula is **C8H10O2** and the molecular weight is **138.16 g/mol**.
What safety classification does 2-Phenoxyethanol have?
The product is labeled with the **Signal Word: Danger** under GHS classification.
How should 2-Phenoxyethanol be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from incompatible substances.
Does Molekula supply 2-Phenoxyethanol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Phenoxyethanol in bulk, with quantities tailored to your requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of 2-Phenoxyethanol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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