Ethyl phenylacetate

Independent reference data for Ethyl phenylacetate (CAS 101-97-3), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used to make perfumes; [Merck Index] Used as a flavoring agent; [FDA] Used to flavor animal feeds; [ExPub: EFSA - FEEDAP]Farming (Feed Additives) [Category: Industry]

Synonyms and trade names

ETHYL PHENYLACETATE; 101-97-3; ethyl 2-phenylacetate; Benzeneacetic acid, ethyl ester; Ethyl phenacetate; Ethyl 2-phenylethanoate; Ethyl benzeneacetate; Ethyl phenylethanoate; Phenylacetic acid, ethyl ester; Ethyl alpha-toluate; Acetic acid, phenyl-, ethyl ester; FEMA No. 2452; alpha-Toluic acid, ethyl ester; NSC 406259; DTXSID6044353; V6CNZ04D8O

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Floral, Fruit, Honey, Rose No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	99.8% (1778 / 1782)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	99.8% (1778 / 1782)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 99.8% (1778 of 1782) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 1778 of 1782 companies (only 0.2% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

Ethyl phenylacetate is identified by CAS 101-97-3, molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.08 g/mol. UNII V6CNZ04D8O; ChEBI 180411; InChIKey DULCUDSUACXJJC-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 228 °C; Boiling Point: 227.00 to 229.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Melting Point: -29.4 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.