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FEMA 2871

Synonym(s):Benzyl carbinyl isovalerianate;Phenethyl isopentanoate

  • CAS NO.:140-26-1
  • Empirical Formula: C13H18O2
  • Molecular Weight: 206.28
  • MDL number: MFCD00044322
  • EINECS: 205-406-3
  • SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
  • Update Date: 2024-12-18 14:08:57
FEMA 2871 Structural

What is FEMA 2871?

Chemical properties

CLEAR COLOURLESS LIQUID

Chemical properties

FEMA 2871 has been identified as a volatile aroma component of peppermint oils. The fruitiness of its odor is even more pronounced than that of the isobutyrate. It is used in small quantities for the same purposes as phenylethyl isobutyrate.

Chemical properties

Phenethyl isovalerate has a fruity (rose-like) odor and a bittersweet flavor, reminiscent of peach. It is not very stable.

Occurrence

Reported found in peppermint oil, spearmint oil, Scotch spearmint oil, beer, grape brandy, cognac, cider and lamb’s lettuce.

Preparation

By esterification of phenethyl alcohol with isovaleric acid.

Taste threshold values

Taste characteristics at 2 to 10 ppm: sweet, fruity, ripe pineapple with honey, berry and peachy nuances.

Flammability and Explosibility

Non flammable

Safety Profile

Mddly toxic by ingestion. Combustible liquid. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. See also ESTERS

Synthesis

FEMA 2871 is prepared by azeotropic esteritication of Phenylethylalcohol with iso-Valerie acid.

Properties of FEMA 2871

Boiling point: 268 °C(lit.)
Density  0.974 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor pressure  0.943Pa at 25℃
FEMA  2871 | PHENETHYL ISOVALERATE
refractive index  n20/D 1.485(lit.)
Flash point: >230 °F
storage temp.  Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Water Solubility  Insoluble in water
form  clear liquid
color  Colorless to sltly yellow liquid
Odor fruity, rosy odor
JECFA Number 994
CAS DataBase Reference 140-26-1(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System Butanoic acid, 3-methyl-, 2-phenylethyl ester (140-26-1)

Safety information for FEMA 2871

Signal word Warning
Pictogram(s)
ghs
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.

Computed Descriptors for FEMA 2871

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