Name | Benzyl isovalerate FCC |
Synonyms | FEMA 2152 FEMA 2151 BENZYL ISOVALERATE Benzyl isovalerate Benzyl isovalerate FCC BENZYL 3-METHYLBUTYRATE benzyl 3-methylbutanoate BENZYL-3-METHYL BUTANOATE isovalericacid,benzylester Phenylmethyl (benzyl) isovalerate Benzyl isovalerate, (Isovaleric acid benzyl ester) |
CAS | 103-38-8 |
EINECS | 203-106-7 |
InChI | InChI=1/C12H16O2/c1-10(2)8-12(13)14-9-11-6-4-3-5-7-11/h3-7,10H,8-9H2,1-2H3 |
Molecular Formula | C12H16O2 |
Molar Mass | 192.25 |
Density | 0.988g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Melting Point | >113℃ |
Boling Point | 116°C9mm Hg(lit.) |
Flash Point | >230°F |
JECFA Number | 845 |
Water Solubility | 238.219mg/L at 30℃ |
Vapor Presure | 4.74Pa at 25℃ |
Appearance | Transparent liquid |
Color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
Storage Condition | Room Temprature |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.488(lit.) |
MDL | MFCD00048348 |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless liquid with floral and herbal aromas and Apple and blue cheese-like aromas. Boiling point 246 °c. Soluble in ethanol and most non-volatile oils, slightly soluble in propylene glycol, insoluble in glycerol and water. |
Risk Codes | 36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin. |
Safety Description | S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S37 - Wear suitable gloves. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. |
WGK Germany | 2 |
RTECS | NY1415000 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29156000 |
Toxicity | Both the acute oral LD50 value in rats and the acute dermal LD50 value in rabbits exceeded 5 g/kg(Moreno, 1974). |
colorless liquid. With a fragrance and fruit aroma, flower fragrance is relatively weak.
from isovaleric acid and benzyl alcohol in concentrated sulfuric acid catalyzed esterification.
as a fruit flavor raw material, it is widely used in edible flavor and daily chemical flavor. In the sweet flavor, apple, banana and other fruit flavor is an important modifier. Sweet food and chewing gum for 15~200mg/kg.
rabbit percutaneous LD50 value> 5 g/kg. The product was applied to the skin of rabbits under closed conditions for 1 day with mild irritation. The skin of the human body was coated with 4% of the Vaseline preparation for two days, and no irritation was observed.
FEMA | 2152 | BENZYL ISOVALERATE |
LogP | 3.26 |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
content analysis | according to method 1 in ester content determination method (OT-18). The amount of sample taken is 1.1g. The equivalent factor (e) in the calculation is 96.13. Or as determined by GT-10-4 non-polar column method. |
toxicity | GRAS(FEMA). MLD 500 mg/24h (rabbit, subcutaneous). |
usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): soft drink 2.2; Cold drink 3.4; Candy 16; Baked food 9.4; Pudding 56; Gum candy 200. Moderate limit (FDA § 172.515,2000). |
use | GB 2760-1996 allowed edible spices. It is mainly used to prepare fruit flavors such as cheese and apples and tobacco flavors. |
production method | obtained by esterification of isovaleric acid and benzyl alcohol. |
category | toxic substances |
toxicity classification | highly toxic |
acute toxicity | abdominal cavity-mouse LD50: 250 mg/kg |
flammability hazard characteristics | thermal decomposition discharges toxic nitrogen oxides and bromide smoke |
storage and transportation characteristics | warehouse ventilation and low temperature drying |
fire extinguishing agent | water, foam, sand, carbon dioxide, dry powder |