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Phenyl acetate
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Phenyl acetate is an organic ester used in fragrance and flavor formulations, as well as in organic synthesis. It also serves as a high-boiling aprotic solvent, a laboratory reagent, and an intermediate for making o- and p-hydroxyacetophenone. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a fruity, floral odor. CAS: 122-79-2, molecular formula: CH3COOC6H5, molecular weight: 136.15 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Phenyl acetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to light yellow liquid |
| Water | <0.5% |
| Assay (GC) | >98% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to structure |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 76 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless, mobile liquid |
| Odour | Phenolic odor |
| Melting Point | -30 °C |
| Boiling Point | 196 °C |
| Density | 1.07 (relative, water = 1) |
| Refractive Index | 1.5030 |
Source: PubChem CID 31229 (HSDB, Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 38593654 |
| CAS Number | 122-79-2 |
| IUPAC Name | phenyl acetate |
| EC Number | 204-575-0 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3COOC6H5 |
| Molecular Weight | 136.15 |
| Exact Mass | 136.0524 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)OC1=CC=CC=C1 |
| InChIKey | IPBVNPXQWQGGJP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H8O2/c1-7(9)10-8-5-3-2-4-6-8/h2-6H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 31229 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29153935 |
| Tariff Code | 2915390090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H227 Combustible liquid
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P330 Rinse mouth
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (Acetyloxy)benzene
- Acetates
- Acetic Acid Phenyl Ester; Phenyl Acetate
- Acetic acid, phenyl ester
- Acetoxybenzene
- Acetylphenol
- FEMA NO. 3958
- Fenylester kyseliny octove
- Phenol acetate
- Phenyl ester of acetic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is phenyl acetate used for?
Phenyl acetate is used as a fragrance and flavoring agent in perfumery and food applications, and as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of phenyl acetate?
The formula is CH3COOC6H5 and the molecular weight is 136.15 g/mol.
How should phenyl acetate be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of phenyl acetate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies phenyl acetate in technical grade; custom grades available upon request.
Can Molekula supply phenyl acetate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply phenyl acetate in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a phenyl acetate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation available upon request.
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