Octanoic acid phenyl ethyl ester
2-Phenylethyl Caprylate
CAS: 5457-70-5
Molecular Formula: C16H24O2
Octanoic acid phenyl ethyl ester - Names and Identifiers
Octanoic acid phenyl ethyl ester - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C16H24O2 |
| Molar Mass | 248.36 |
| Density | 0.947g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
| Boling Point | 295-296°C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >230°F |
| JECFA Number | 996 |
| Storage Condition | Room Temprature |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.483(lit.) |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless oily liquid with mild fruity and fruit wine aroma. Boiling point 295.5 ℃. Relative density (d420)0.9437, refractive index (nD20)1.480l. Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol and grease. |
Octanoic acid phenyl ethyl ester - Risk and Safety
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| Toxicity | GRAS(FEMA)。 |
Octanoic acid phenyl ethyl ester - Introduction
2-phenethylheptanoate (2-Phenylethyl Caprylate) is an organic compound whose chemical structure contains both a benzene ring and an octyl acetate group. The following is a description of the properties, uses, preparation and safety information of 2-phenethyl heptanoate:
Nature:
-Appearance: colorless liquid
-Molecular formula: C16H26O2
-Molecular weight: 250.38g/mol
-Melting point:-20 ° C
-Boiling point: 350 ° C
-Density: 0.94g/cm³
-Solubility: Soluble in alcohols, ethers and aromatic solvents, almost insoluble in water
Use:
-2-Phenylethyl heptanoate has a fragrant aroma, so it is often used as a fragrance ingredient and is added to various perfumes, beauty and skin care products, soaps and shampoos to give it a pleasant smell.
-It can also be used as an intermediate for the synthesis of certain drugs in the pharmaceutical industry.
-At the same time, due to its good solubility and volatility, 2-phenethylheptanoate is also used in solvents and coatings.
Preparation Method:
-2-phenethyl heptanoate can be prepared by esterification. Generally, phenylethyl alcohol can be reacted with octanoic acid anhydride, an acid catalyst such as sulfuric acid is added, and the product is obtained after a period of reaction.
Safety Information:
-2-Phenylethyl heptanoate is generally considered to be a relatively safe compound, but it still needs to be used with caution.
-When using or handling, wear gloves and goggles to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
-Avoid inhaling the vapor of the compound and operate in a well-ventilated environment.
-Seek immediate medical help if swallowed or inhaled.
-During storage and transportation, avoid contact with strong oxidants and fire sources to prevent the risk of fire and explosion.
Nature:
-Appearance: colorless liquid
-Molecular formula: C16H26O2
-Molecular weight: 250.38g/mol
-Melting point:-20 ° C
-Boiling point: 350 ° C
-Density: 0.94g/cm³
-Solubility: Soluble in alcohols, ethers and aromatic solvents, almost insoluble in water
Use:
-2-Phenylethyl heptanoate has a fragrant aroma, so it is often used as a fragrance ingredient and is added to various perfumes, beauty and skin care products, soaps and shampoos to give it a pleasant smell.
-It can also be used as an intermediate for the synthesis of certain drugs in the pharmaceutical industry.
-At the same time, due to its good solubility and volatility, 2-phenethylheptanoate is also used in solvents and coatings.
Preparation Method:
-2-phenethyl heptanoate can be prepared by esterification. Generally, phenylethyl alcohol can be reacted with octanoic acid anhydride, an acid catalyst such as sulfuric acid is added, and the product is obtained after a period of reaction.
Safety Information:
-2-Phenylethyl heptanoate is generally considered to be a relatively safe compound, but it still needs to be used with caution.
-When using or handling, wear gloves and goggles to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
-Avoid inhaling the vapor of the compound and operate in a well-ventilated environment.
-Seek immediate medical help if swallowed or inhaled.
-During storage and transportation, avoid contact with strong oxidants and fire sources to prevent the risk of fire and explosion.
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