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Phenyl acetaldehyde
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Phenyl acetaldehyde is an organic compound primarily used as a fragrance ingredient and flavoring agent due to its strong floral aroma. This chemical is identified by CAS number 122-78-1 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Phenyl acetaldehyde from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90035164
- CAS Number
- 122-78-1
- IUPAC Name
- 2-phenylacetaldehyde
- EC Number
- 204-574-5
- Exact Mass
- 120.0575
- SMILES
- C1=CC=C(C=C1)CC=O
- InChIKey
- DTUQWGWMVIHBKE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C8H8O/c9-7-6-8-4-2-1-3-5-8/h1-5,7H,6H2
- PubChem CID
- 998
Synonyms
- 2-phenylacetaldehyde
- 2-Phenylethanal
- Acetaldehyde, phenyl-
- alpha-Tolualdehyde
- alpha-Toluic aldehyde
- Benzeneacetaldehyde
- Benzylcarboxaldehyde
- Oxophenylethane
- Phenylacetic aldehyde
- Phenylethanal
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Melting Point
- 33.5 °C
- Boiling Point
- 195 °C
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Slightly soluble in water; insoluble in water; soluble in oils, propylene glycol
- Vapour Pressure
- 0.39 mmHg
Source: PubChem CID 998 (DrugBank, Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), Haz-Map)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Phenyl acetaldehyde used for?
Phenyl acetaldehyde is primarily used as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes and soaps due to its strong floral, hyacinth-like aroma.
What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of Phenyl acetaldehyde?
The chemical formula for Phenyl acetaldehyde is C8H8O and it has a molecular weight of 120.15 g/mol.
How should Phenyl acetaldehyde be stored?
It should be stored in a cool, dry place, ideally under an inert atmosphere, as it is sensitive to oxidation and light.
What grade of Phenyl acetaldehyde is available?
Please contact our sales team to confirm the current purity grade and specifications available for this product.
Can Molekula supply Phenyl acetaldehyde in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Phenyl acetaldehyde in various quantities, from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory compliance.
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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.