Product Identification

Product Name

Phenethyl phenylacetate

Synonyms

2-Phenylethyl 2-phenylacetate
2-Phenylethyl phenylacetate
Benzeneacetic acid, 2-phenylethyl ester
Benzylcarbinyl a-toluate
b-Phenylethyl phenylacetate

CAS

102-20-5

Formula

C16H16O2

Molecular Weight

240.32

EINECS

203-013-1

RTECS

AJ3255000

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

2214383

Beilstein Reference

3-09-00-02183

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

28

Boiling Point

360

Vapor Pressure

2.3E-5 (25 C)

Density

1.082 g/mL (25 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

60.6 kJ/mol

Usage

Food additive.

Refractive Index

1.55 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.

Eyes

In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Risk Phrase

36/38

EC Safety Phrase

26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Government approved respirator.

Exposure Effects

Irritant. Irritating to eyes and skin.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

146

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.