Description

2-Phenylethyl Phenoxyacetate is a high-purity aromatic ester compound widely utilized as a key fragrance ingredient and versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to impart a rich, honey-like, and rosy floral character, making it essential for creating sophisticated and long-lasting scent profiles. This product is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance (F&F) industry, as well as by chemical synthesis specialists seeking a reliable building block for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A core component in perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products for its honey, rose, and balsamic notes.
• Flavor Enhancement: Used in trace amounts to add sweet, fruity nuances to food and beverage flavorings.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a protected intermediate or precursor in the synthesis of more complex pharmaceutical and agrochemical molecules.
• Soaps and Detergents: Incorporated for its stability and ability to provide a pleasant, persistent scent in household and industrial cleaning products.
• Candle and Air Freshener Manufacturing: Valued for its good thermal stability and appealing aroma in scented home products.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a starting material or reagent in specialized organic synthesis for research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenylethyl Phenoxyacetate
CAS No.	5456-33-7
Molecular Formula	C16H16O3
Molecular Weight	256.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenoxyacetic Acid 2-Phenylethyl Ester; Phenethyl Phenoxyacetate; 2-Phenylethyl Phenoxyethanoate; Benzyl Carbinyl Phenoxyacetate; Phenoxyacetyl Phenethyl Ester; FEMA 2866; (2-Phenylethoxy)phenyl Acetate; β-Phenylethyl Phenoxyacetate
EINECS	226-704-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenylethyl Phenoxyacetate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and HPLC analysis, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required by the flavor, fragrance, and fine chemical industries. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled 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 to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.550 - 1.560
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.110 - 1.130
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.