Description

α-Acetoxytoluene, also known by its common name Benzyl Acetate, is a versatile organic ester with a pleasant, jasmine-like aroma. It is a key intermediate and fragrance ingredient valued for its stability and solvent properties in high-value manufacturing. This compound is essential for producers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical industries seeking a reliable and high-purity aromatic ester.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A primary component in artificial jasmine, gardenia, and other floral perfumes, as well as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Solvent & Plasticizer: Used as a high-boiling-point solvent for cellulose esters, resins, and plastics, and as a plasticizer in coatings and inks.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Employed as a fragrance fixative and solvent in soaps, lotions, creams, and other cosmetic formulations.
• Industrial Applications: Acts as a solvent in the production of dyes, lacquers, and polishes, and as a precursor for other benzyl derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Acetoxytoluene
CAS No.	140-11-4
Molecular Formula	C9H10O2
Molecular Weight	150.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl Acetate; Acetic Acid Benzyl Ester; Phenylmethyl Acetate; α-Acetoxytoluene; Benzyl Ethanoate; (Acetoxymethyl)benzene; Benzyl Alcohol Acetate; FEMA 2135
EINECS	205-399-7

Quality Control

Our α-Acetoxytoluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades suitable for fragrance (FEMA), flavor, and technical applications, with purity levels typically exceeding 98% or 99%. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles to ensure it meets your specific requirements for consistency and regulatory compliance.

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 such as strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic jasmine-like odor
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0% (Fragrance Grade) / ≥ 99.0% (Pure Grade)
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.501 - 1.504
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.052 - 1.056
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.02%

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