1-METHYL-2-PHENYLETHYL ACETATE

CAS NO.：2114-33-2
Empirical Formula: C11H14O2
Molecular Weight: 178.23
MDL number: MFCD01672540
EINECS: 218-314-3
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-06-27 11:52:17

What is 1-METHYL-2-PHENYLETHYL ACETATE?

The Uses of 1-METHYL-2-PHENYLETHYL ACETATE

1-Methyl-2-phenylethyl Acetate could be used as a modifier in many floral or Oriental fragrance types, in Fougeres, etc. It is stable in soap and it is actually extremely versatile in its use, from distinctly floral to strictly herbaceous or green.

Synthesis Reference(s)

Tetrahedron Letters, 35, p. 2027, 1994 DOI: 10.1016/S0040-4039(00)73040-1

Safety Profile

A skin irritant. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes

Synthesis

1-Methyl-2-phenylethyl Acetate is prepared by direct esterification of the carbinol with Acetic acid e. g. under azeotropic conditions.

Properties of 1-METHYL-2-PHENYLETHYL ACETATE

Boiling point:	270.46°C (rough estimate)
Density	1.0292 (rough estimate)
refractive index	1.5090 (estimate)
solubility	Almost insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils.
form	clear liquid
color	Colorless to Almost colorless
Odor	Fresh-floral, slightly green and fruity odor with a Hyacinth-like note
EPA Substance Registry System	Benzeneethanol, .alpha.-methyl-, acetate (2114-33-2)

Safety information for 1-METHYL-2-PHENYLETHYL ACETATE

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.