2-Phenoxyethanol

Description

2-Phenoxyethanol is identified by CAS 122-99-6, molecular formula C8H10O2 and molecular weight 138.07 g/mol. UNII HIE492ZZ3T; ChEBI 64275; InChIKey QCDWFXQBSFUVSP-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 473.4 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 245; Boiling Point: 245.2 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	122-99-6
PubChem CID	31236
Molecular formula	C8H10O2
Molecular weight	138.07 g/mol
IUPAC name	2-phenoxyethanol
InChIKey	QCDWFXQBSFUVSP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
UNII (FDA)	HIE492ZZ3T
ChEBI ID	CHEBI:64275
FEMA number	4620

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	138.16
XLogP3	1.2
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	3
Exact Mass	138.068079557
Monoisotopic Mass	138.068079557
Topological Polar Surface Area	29.5
Heavy Atom Count	10
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	473.4 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point	245
Boiling Point	245.2 °C
Boiling Point	237.00 to 238.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point	245 °C
Boiling Point	242 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point	57 °F (NTP, 1992)
Melting Point	13
Melting Point	14 °C
Melting Point	11-13 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Ethylene glycol phenyl ether is a colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. Density 1.02 g / cm3. An irritant.
• CBI; Wet Solid; Liquid; Liquid; Other Solid
• Clear liquid with a pleasant odor; [CAMEO]
• Liquid
• OILY COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.
• Oily liquid

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS CIR / INCI: Cosmetics ingredient -> Antioxidant; Base; Colorant; Fragrance; Other (Specify); Preservative/Stabilizer; Solv CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Phenoxyethanol) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Preservative
GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 4299)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 4299)
Reported hazard statements	H302, H318, H335, H319 (87%), H336, H320, H361

Documented Uses

• Used in perfumes, insect repellants, and antiseptics and to produce other organic chemicals; [Merck Index, 7257] Used as a solvent for inks, dyes, and cleaners; [HSDB]
• Metal Degreasing [Category: Clean]
• Using Disinfectants or Biocides [Category: Clean]
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) [Category: Industry]
• Fixative for perfumes, in organic synthesis; as a bactericide in conjunction with quaternary ammonium compounds
• Solvent for cellulose acetate, dyes; inks, resins; perfume fixative; bactericidal agent; organic synthesis of plasticizers, germicides, pharmaceuticals; insect repellents

Synonyms

2-PHENOXYETHANOL; Phenoxyethanol; 122-99-6; Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether; Phenyl cellosolve; Phenoxethol; Phenoxytol; Ethanol, 2-phenoxy-; 2-Phenoxyethan-1-Ol; Phenoxetol; Ethylene glycol phenyl ether; Rose ether; Phenoxyethyl alcohol; 1-Hydroxy-2-phenoxyethane; Arosol; Phenylmonoglycol ether

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of 2-Phenoxyethanol?

CAS 122-99-6; molecular formula C8H10O2; molecular weight 138.07 g/mol.

What other names is 2-Phenoxyethanol known by?

2-PHENOXYETHANOL, Phenoxyethanol, 122-99-6, Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether, Phenyl cellosolve, Phenoxethol.

What is the regulatory status of 2-Phenoxyethanol?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS; CIR / INCI: Cosmetics ingredient -> Antioxidant; Base; Colorant; Fragrance; Other (Specify); Preservative/Stabilizer; Solv.

Is 2-Phenoxyethanol classified as hazardous?

0.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (1 of 4299).

What are the key physical properties of 2-Phenoxyethanol?

Boiling Point: 473.4 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 245; Boiling Point: 245.2 °C; Boiling Point: 237.00 to 238.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg.

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