Isopropylbenzyl ether Property

Boiling point:

83.0 °C(Press: 16 Torr)

Density 

0.9214 g/cm3

solubility 

Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils.

form 

Colourless liquid.

Odor

Vinous-oily, fruity, relatively refreshing odour of poor tenacity.

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Isopropylbenzyl ether Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Uses

Its pleasant flavour has been utilized outside of the USA (where it is not officially permitted) in various fruit complexes, mainly as a supporting note since Isopropylbenzyl ether is a very stable chemical. It is also used in the type of fruit flavour used in the so-called “wine-gum”, a semi-soft gelatin candy that is usually transparent and flavoured with a winey fruit flavour.

Production Methods

Isopropylbenzyl ether is produced 1) from Benzyl chloride and iso-propanol under alkaline conditions. 2) from Benzyl alcohol and iso-propanol by dehydration.