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Product Name: |
Benzyl acetate |
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Synonyms: |
Benzyl Acetate 140-11-4;Benzyl ester of acetic acid;Benzylester kyseliny octove;benzylesterkyselinyoctove;NCI-C06508;Phenylmethyl acetate;phenylmethylacetate;Plastolin I |
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CAS: |
140-11-4 |
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MF: |
C9H10O2 |
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MW: |
150.17 |
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EINECS: |
205-399-7 |
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Product Categories: |
FINE Chemical & INTERMEDIATES;organic chemical |
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Mol File: |
140-11-4.mol |
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Melting point |
−51 °C(lit.) |
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Boiling point |
206 °C(lit.) |
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density |
1.054 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
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vapor density |
5.1 |
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vapor pressure |
23 mm Hg ( 110 °C) |
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refractive index |
n20/D 1.502(lit.) |
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FEMA |
2135 | BENZYL ACETATE |
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Fp |
216 °F |
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storage temp. |
Store below +30°C. |
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form |
Liquid |
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color |
Colorless liquid |
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Odor |
sweet, floral fruity odor |
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explosive limit |
0.9-8.4%(V) |
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Water Solubility |
<0.1 g/100 mL at 23 ºC |
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JECFA Number |
23 |
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Merck |
14,1123 |
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BRN |
1908121 |
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CAS DataBase Reference |
140-11-4(CAS DataBase Reference) |
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NIST Chemistry Reference |
Benzyl ethanoate(140-11-4) |
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EPA Substance Registry System |
Benzyl acetate (140-11-4) |
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Hazard Codes |
Xi |
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Risk Statements |
36/37/38 |
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Safety Statements |
26-37/39-24/25 |
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RIDADR |
2810 |
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WGK Germany |
1 |
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RTECS |
AF5075000 |
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Autoignition Temperature |
862 °F |
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TSCA |
Yes |
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HS Code |
29153950 |
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Hazardous Substances Data |
140-11-4(Hazardous Substances Data) |
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Toxicity |
LD50 orally in rats: 2490 mg/kg (Jenner) |
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Chemical Properties |
CLEAR COLOURLESS LIQUID |
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Chemical Properties |
Benzyl acetate is a colorless liquid with a fruity odor. On burning and decomposition, it produces irritating fumes. Benzyl acetate reacts with strong oxidants causing fi re and explosion hazard |
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Chemical Properties |
is the main component of jasmine absolute and gardenia oils. It occurs as a minor component in a large number of other essential oils and extracts. It is a colorless liquid with a strong, fruity, jasmine odor. Benzyl acetate is prepared by esterification of benzyl alcohol with acetic anhydride (e.g., with sodium acetate as a catalyst) or by reaction of benzyl chloride with sodium acetate. In terms of volume, benzyl acetate is one of the most important fragrance and flavor chemicals. |
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Chemical Properties |
Benzyl acetate has a characteristic flowery (jasmine) odor and a bitter, pungent taste. It is present as a main constituent in several oils and flower absolutes. Although benzyl acetate is present in some essential oils at levels up to 65%, most of the commercial product is of synthetic origin. |
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Uses |
Benzyl acetate is used as an artificial jasmine and other perfumes, soap perfume, flavoring agent, solvent for cellulose acetate and nitrate, natural and synthetic resins, oils, lacquers, polishes, printing inks, and varnish removers. |
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Uses |
In perfumery, solvent for cellulose acetate and nitrate. |
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Definition |
ChEBI: The acetate ester of benzyl alcohol. |
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Preparation |
By interaction of benzyl chloride and sodium acetate; by acetylation of benzyl alcohol, or from benzaldehyde and acetic acid with zinc dust. |
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Production Methods |
Benzyl acetate is produced by the interaction of benzyl chloride and sodiumacetate, by acetylation of benzyl alcohol, or from benzaldehyde and acetic acid with zinc dust . |
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Production Methods |
Benzyl acetate is produced by the interaction of benzyl chloride and sodiumacetate, by acetylation of benzyl alcohol, or from benzaldehyde and acetic acid with zinc dust. |
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Aroma threshold values |
Detection: 2 to 270 ppb |
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Taste threshold values |
Taste characteristics at 40 ppm: sweet and fruity |
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General Description |
Colorless liquid with an odor of pears. |
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Air & Water Reactions |
Insoluble in water. |
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Reactivity Profile |
Benzyl acetate is an ester. Esters react with acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction of esters with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing esters with alkali metals and hydrides. Benzyl acetate is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Benzyl acetate is also incompatible with acids, bases and reducing agents. |
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Hazard |
A poison by inhalation. Moderately toxic by ingestion. Combustible. Upper respiratory tract irritant. Questionable carcinogen. |
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Health Hazard |
Harmful if inhaled. May be harmful if swallowed or absorbed through the skin. Vapor or mist is irritating to the eyes, mucous membrane and upper respiratory tract. |
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Health Hazard |
Exposures to benzyl acetate cause adverse health effects. The symptoms of toxicity and poisoning include irritation to the skin, eyes, burning sensation, confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, labored breathing, sore throat, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Benzyl acetate also causes adverse health effects to the respiratory tract and the CNS system with neurological effects. |
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Fire Hazard |
Benzyl acetate is combustible. |
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Safety Profile |
A poison by inhalation.Moderately toxic by ingestion and subcutaneous routes.Human systemic effects by inhalation: an antipsychotic,unspecified respiratory and urinary system effects.Questionable carcinogen with experimental tumorigenicdata. Combusti |
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Carcinogenicity |
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or California Proposition 65. |
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storage |
Benzyl acetate should be kept stored in a cool, dry place with the container closed when not in use. |
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Purification Methods |
Purify the acetate by fractional distillation, preferably in a good vacuum. Values of n25 of 1.5232-1.5242 are too high and should be nearer to 1.4994. [Merker & Scott J Org Chem 26 5180 1961, Beilstein 6 IV 2262.] |
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Precautions |
Exposures to benzyl acetate far above the OEL may result in unconsciousness. After handling and using benzyl acetate, workers should wash thoroughly and remove contaminated clothing, washing it before reuse. Workers should avoid any kind of contact of benzyl acetate with the eyes, skin, ingestion, and inhalation. Workers should wear safety glasses and chemical goggles to avoid splashing of the chemical substance during work, and wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure |
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Preparation Products |
Acemetacin-->Fosinopril-->S-α-cyano-3-phenoxy benzyl alcohol-->4-tert-butyl-3-hydroxy-2,6-xylylacetonitrile |
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Raw materials |
Acetic acid glacial-->Toluene-->Chlorine-->Sodium acetate-->Calcium chloride-->Benzyl chloride-->Benzyl alcohol-->Isopropyl acetate-->FEMA 2771 |
