Benzyl Acetate

• CAS: 140-11-4
• Catalog Number: ACM140114
• Category: Other Products
• Molecular Weight: 150.1
• Molecular Formula: C9H10O2
• Description: Benzyl acetate is an organic compound with the molecular formula C9H10O2. It is the ester formed by condensation of benzyl alcohol and acetic acid.Benzyl acetate is found naturally in many flowers. It is the primary constituent of the essential oils from the flowers jasmine, ylang-ylang and tobira. It has pleasant sweet aroma reminiscent of jasmine. Consequently, it is used widely in perfumery and cosmetics for its aroma and in flavorings to impart apple and pear flavors.It is one of many compounds that is attractive to males of various species of orchid bees, who apparently gather the chemical to synthesize pheromones; it is commonly used as bait to attract and collect these bees for study.Benzyl acetate is also used as a solvent in plastics and resin, cellulose acetate, nitrate, oils, lacquers, polishes and inks.
• Synonyms: Acetic acid, benzyl ester;Acetic acid, phenylmethyl ester;FEMA No. 2135
• IUPAC Name: Benzyl acetate
• Canonical SMILES: CC(=O)OCC1=CC=CC=C1
• InChI: QUKGYYKBILRGFE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• InChI Key: InChI=1S/C9H10O2/c1-8(10)11-7-9-5-3-2-4-6-9/h2-6H,7H2,1H3
• Boiling Point: 206 °C(lit.)
• Melting Point: -51 °C(lit.)
• Flash Point: 102ºC
• Density: 1.054g/ml
• Appearance: Powder
• Active Content: 95%
• EC Number: 205-399-7
• Hazard Statements: Xi
• LogP: 1.74970
• MDL Number: MFCD00008712
• Physical State: Liquid
• PSA: 26.3
• Refractive Index: 1.501-1.503
• Safety Description: 26-37/39
• Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
• Storage Conditions: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
• Supplemental Hazard Statements: H315-H319-H336-H370-H372-H373-H401-H412-H303-H335-H411
• Symbol: GHS07,GHS08,GHS09
• Vapor Pressure: 23 mm Hg ( 110 °C)

Custom Q&A

What is the CAS number of Benzyl Acetate?

The CAS number of Benzyl Acetate is 140-11-4.

What is the molecular formula of Benzyl Acetate?

The molecular formula of Benzyl Acetate is C9H10O2.

Where is Benzyl Acetate found naturally?

Benzyl Acetate is found naturally in many flowers, including jasmine, ylang-ylang, and tobira.

What is the primary use of Benzyl Acetate in perfumery and cosmetics?

Benzyl Acetate is used in perfumery and cosmetics for its pleasant sweet aroma reminiscent of jasmine.

What is Benzyl Acetate commonly used for in flavorings?

Benzyl Acetate is used in flavorings to impart apple and pear flavors.

What is another use of Benzyl Acetate as a bait?

Benzyl Acetate is commonly used as bait to attract and collect orchid bees for study.

In what industries is Benzyl Acetate used as a solvent?

Benzyl Acetate is used as a solvent in plastics, resin, cellulose acetate, nitrate, oils, lacquers, polishes, and inks.

What is the molecular weight of Benzyl Acetate?

The molecular weight of Benzyl Acetate is 150.1.

What is the appearance of Benzyl Acetate?

Benzyl Acetate appears as a powder.

What is the typical physical state of Benzyl Acetate?

The typical physical state of Benzyl Acetate is a liquid.