(2-methoxyphenyl) 2-phenylacetate - Names and Identifiers
(2-methoxyphenyl) 2-phenylacetate - Physico-chemical Properties
Molecular Formula | C15H14O3
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Molar Mass | 242.27 |
Density | 1.144 |
Melting Point | 40-43°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 354.2±25.0 °C(Predicted) |
Flash Point | >230°F |
JECFA Number | 719 |
Merck | 13,4568 |
(2-methoxyphenyl) 2-phenylacetate - Risk and Safety
WGK Germany | 3 |
Toxicity | GRAS(FEMA)。 |
(2-methoxyphenyl) 2-phenylacetate - Introduction
FEMA 2535 is an organic compound with the chemical formula C9H10O3. It is a typical Ester compound with the following properties:
1. Appearance: FEMA 2535 is a colorless to light yellow liquid with aromatic odor.
2. Solubility: it can be dissolved in some organic solvents (such as ethanol, acetonitrile, dimethylformamide, etc.), but the solubility in water is poor.
3. Melting point and boiling point: its melting point is about 60-63 ℃, boiling point is about 280 ℃.
The use of FEMA 2535 mainly has the following aspects:
1. Chemical Synthesis: it can be used as an important intermediate for the synthesis of other organic compounds, used in the preparation of dyes, pesticides, pharmaceuticals and so on.
2. Perfume additives: Due to its aromatic smell, FEMA 2535 can be used as additives in perfumes and fragrances.
The preparation methods of FEMA 2535 mainly include the following:
1. Esterification reaction: It can be obtained by reacting phenylacetic acid with P-methoxybenzyl alcohol under acidic conditions.
2. Acylation reaction: it can also be prepared by reacting p-methoxybenzyl alcohol with acyl chloride (such as phenylacetyl chloride) under alkaline conditions.
Note the following safety information when using and storing FEMA 2535:
1. Need to operate in a well-ventilated environment, avoid inhalation of vapor or contact with skin and eyes.
2. Avoid reacting with strong oxidants and strong acids to avoid danger.
3. Should be stored in a sealed container, away from fire and heat sources.
4. When encountering leakage, it is necessary to take appropriate protective measures and treatment methods, such as wearing protective gloves, goggles, etc.
Last Update:2024-04-10 22:41:30