Description

4-Phenyl-2-Butyl Acetate is a valuable aromatic ester with a distinctive, fruity-floral odor profile, making it a key ingredient in fragrance and flavor creation. Its chemical structure provides excellent stability and blending properties, which are critical for achieving consistent and long-lasting scent compositions. This compound is essential for perfumers and flavorists in the fragrance, cosmetics, and food flavoring industries seeking to develop sophisticated, high-quality aromatic products.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A primary building block in fine perfumery for creating floral, fruity, and balsamic notes in perfumes, colognes, and eau de toilettes.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Used as a fragrance component in soaps, lotions, shampoos, and other personal care products for its stable and pleasant aroma.
• Flavoring Agent: Employed in the synthesis of flavor compounds for food and beverages, contributing fruity nuances.
• Industrial Aromatics: Serves as an intermediate or odorant in air fresheners, detergents, and household cleaning products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and other specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenyl-2-Butyl Acetate
CAS No.	10415-88-0
Molecular Formula	C12H16O2
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butanol, 4-phenyl-, acetate; 4-Phenyl-2-butanol acetate; 4-Phenylbutan-2-yl acetate; Benzylacetone acetate; (4-Phenylbutan-2-yl) ethanoate; FEMA 2882; 2-Acetoxy-4-phenylbutane
EINECS	233-889-1

Quality Control

Our 4-Phenyl-2-Butyl Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including GC, IR, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.490 - 1.500
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.010 - 1.030
Related Substances (GC)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.