CAS Number: 140-11-4
Description:
Benzyl Acetate is a colourless mobile liquid. Powerful but "thin", sweet floral, fresh and light fruity odour
reminiscent of jasmine.
Applications:
 Extensively used in perfumery.
Highly appreciated in cosmetic fragrances.
Frequently used in flavour compositions.
Largest component in jasmin, gardenia fragrance.
Specifications:
| Appearence |
Clear, Almost Colourless Liquid |
| Acid Value |
1.0 Max |
| Sp. Gravity |
1.0520 to 1.0540 |
| Ref. Index |
1.5010 to 1.5030 |
| Assay |
99.5% Min. by G.C. |
| Molecular Weight |
150.17 |
| Molecular Formula |
C9 H10 O2 |
| Flash Point |
102 |
| Solubility |
Practically Insoluble in Water |
Storage & Handling:
Benzyl Acetate is a neutral ester with no appreciable effect on metals. Storage can be done in metal or HDPE barrels.
Packing:
30 kgs Carboy / 220 kgs HDPE barrel (Click to view).
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