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HomeProduct name list4-METHYL-1-PHENYL-2-PENTANOL

4-METHYL-1-PHENYL-2-PENTANOL

Synonym(s):4-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-pentanol

  • CAS NO.:7779-78-4
  • Empirical Formula: C12H18O
  • Molecular Weight: 178.27
  • MDL number: MFCD00209515
  • EINECS: 231-939-6
  • SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
  • Update Date: 2024-06-07 14:37:41
4-METHYL-1-PHENYL-2-PENTANOL Structural

What is 4-METHYL-1-PHENYL-2-PENTANOL?

Description

α-Isobutylphenethyl alcohol has a green, floral, somewhat herbaceous odor and a buttery, oily, caramellic flavor. May be prepared by reacting isobutyl aldehyde with benzyl magnesium chloride.

Chemical properties

α-Isobutylphenethyl alcohol has a green floral, fresh, slightly sweet aroma.

The Uses of 4-METHYL-1-PHENYL-2-PENTANOL

α-Isobutylphenethyl alcohol is an excellent modifier in heavy and green floral fragrance types, in Oriental or Chypre bases, etc. It may form a significant basis of Honeysuckle, Freesia or variations of Rose or Muguet. It is used in flavor compositions for imitation Butter, Caramel, Chocolate, Fruit and Spice in concentrations equivalent to 50 ppm in the finished consumer product.

Preparation

By reacting isobutyl aldehyde with benzyl magnesium chloride.

Aroma threshold values

Aroma characteristics at 1.0%: herbaceous, warm celery-like, musk and creamy with a slight floral citrus nuance

Taste threshold values

Taste characteristics at 10 ppm: warm, amber sclarolide herbaceous celery-like with oily and creamy nuances.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Taste at 10 ppm

Synthesis

4-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-pentanol is prepared from benzyl chloride to benzyl magnesium bromide, and then hydrolyzed with isovaleraldehyde after Grignard reaction.

Properties of 4-METHYL-1-PHENYL-2-PENTANOL

Boiling point: 123 °C / 11mmHg
Density  0.95
refractive index  1.5030 to 1.5070
FEMA  2208 | ALPHA-ISOBUTYLPHENETHYL ALCOHOL
Flash point: 110 °C
storage temp.  Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
solubility  slightly oily liquid. insoluble in water, miscible with alcohol and oils.
form  clear liquid
Specific Gravity 0.94
color  Colorless to Almost colorless
Odor Green-floral, fresh and slightly sweet-herbaceous odor
JECFA Number 827
EPA Substance Registry System Benzeneethanol, .alpha.-(2-methylpropyl)- (7779-78-4)

Safety information for 4-METHYL-1-PHENYL-2-PENTANOL

Signal word Warning
Pictogram(s)
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Exclamation Mark
Irritant
GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements H302:Acute toxicity,oral
H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling.
P270:Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
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.
P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.
P337+P313:IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Computed Descriptors for 4-METHYL-1-PHENYL-2-PENTANOL

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