Benzyl Acetate CAS NO:140-11-4

Product Description:

Product Name: Benzyl acetate CAS NO:140-11-4

Synonyms:

Acetic acid, phenylmethyl ester;

Acetic Acid Benzyl Ester;

benzyl ethanoate;

Chemical & Physical Properties:

Appearance : Colorless liquid

Assay :≥99.0%

Density:1.1g/cm3

Boiling Point: 206℃ at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 102℃

Melting Point:-51℃

Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Storage Condition: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

Benzyl acetate is an organic compound. It is the ester formed by condensation of benzyl alcohol and acetic acid.

Benzyl acetate is found naturally in many flowers. It is the primary constituent of the essential oils from the flowers jasmine, ylang-ylang and tobira. It has pleasant sweet aroma reminiscent of jasmine. Consequently, it is used widely in perfumery and cosmetics for its aroma and in flavorings to impart apple and pear flavors.

It is one of many compounds that is attractive to males of various species of orchid bees, who apparently gather the chemical to synthesize pheromones; it is commonly used as bait to attract and collect these bees for study.

Benzyl acetate is also used as a solvent in plastics and resin, cellulose acetate, nitrate, oils, lacquers, polishes and inks.

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