China Manufacture High Purity Benzyl Acetate CAS 140-11-4

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.

Basic Info

Chemical Name	benzyl acetate
Synonyms	Benzul acetate;Benzyiacetate;Benzyl acetate;Plastolin I;Benzylacetat;Expand
CAS No.	140-11-4
Molecular Formula	C9H10O2
Molecular Weight	150.17400
PSA	26.30000
LogP	1.74970

Numbering system

PubChem number	24891598
EINECS number	205-399-7
BRN number	1908121
MDL number	MFCD00008712
RTECS number	AF5075000

Properties

Appearance & Physical State	Colorless liquid with an odor of pears.
Density	1.055
Boiling Point	206ºC
Melting Point	-51ºC
Flash Point	102ºC
Refractive Index	1.501-1.503
Stability	Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Storage Condition	Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Vapor Pressure	23 mm Hg ( 110 °C)

Safety Info

RTECS	AF5075000
Safety Statements	S26-S37/39
HS Code	2915390090
WGK Germany	1
RIDADR	UN 2810
Risk Statements	R36/37/38
Hazard Codes	Xi
Hazard Declaration	H412