Description

3-Methylbenzyl Acetate is a versatile aromatic ester valued for its pleasant, floral-fruity odor profile. This compound serves as a key intermediate and fragrance ingredient, offering consistent quality and performance for demanding industrial and fine chemical applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Used as a building block and modifier in the creation of complex floral, fruity, and herbal aroma compositions for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic precursor in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent or protecting group in various organic transformations, including esterifications and acylations.
• Solvent & Carrier: Employed as a high-boiling point solvent for resins, dyes, and other specialty chemical formulations.
• Industrial Aromatics: Incorporated into industrial products like cleaning agents, air fresheners, and polymers to impart a pleasant scent.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylbenzyl Acetate
CAS No.	17369-57-2
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Tolylmethyl acetate; 3-Methylbenzyl ethanoate; (3-Methylphenyl)methyl acetate; m-Methylbenzyl acetate; Acetic acid 3-methylbenzyl ester; Benzenemethanol, 3-methyl-, acetate; m-Tolyl carbinyl acetate; m-Xylyl acetate
EINECS	241-400-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Methylbenzyl Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.5020 - 1.5060
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.030 - 1.040
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.05%

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