Description

Ethyl 3-Phenylpropionate is a versatile aromatic ester with a sweet, fruity, and balsamic odor profile. This compound is valued for its utility as a key fragrance and flavor intermediate, as well as a building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical industries for creating complex aromatic compounds and active ingredients.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A core ingredient for imparting sweet, fruity, and honey-like notes in perfumes, cosmetics, soaps, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial synthetic precursor in the production of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex esters, amides, and other fine chemicals.
• Plasticizers & Polymer Additives: Can be employed in the modification of polymer properties or as a component in specialty plasticizer formulations.
• Solvent & Carrier: Functions as a solvent for resins and other organic materials in specialized industrial applications.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for chemical studies and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Phenylpropionate
CAS No.	2021-28-5
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Phenylpropanoate; Ethyl Dihydrocinnamate; Ethyl Hydrocinnamate; 3-Phenylpropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzenepropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl Benzenepropanoate; Ethyl β-Phenylpropionate; FEMA 2455
EINECS	217-962-1

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Phenylpropionate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with product specifications meeting the requirements of key industries such as fragrance and pharmaceutical intermediates. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for every batch upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.492 - 1.496
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.010 - 1.030
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

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