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Phenyl acetate

Also known as Acetic acid, phenyl ester, Phenol acetate, Acetylphenol

CAS 122-79-2Formula C8H8O2Molar mass 136.15 g/molEC 204-575-0
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 14 suppliers listed
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Phenyl acetate chemical structure, C8H8O2, CAS 122-79-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Colorless, mobile liquid
Boiling point
196 °C
Density
Relative density (water = 1): 1.07
Flash point
80 °C
Solubility
PRACTICALLY INSOL IN WATER, SOL IN GLACIAL ACETIC ACID, MISCIBLE WITH ALCOHOL, CHLOROFOR…
HS code
291539
Category
Esters and lactones
UN number
UN 1993
Illustrative photo, 25 litre white jerry cans of liquid in a warehouse
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What is Phenyl acetate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Phenyl acetate is an acetate ester obtained by the formal condensation of phenol with acetic acid. It is a member of phenyl acetates and a member of benzenes. It is functionally related to a phenol.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
phenyl acetate
CAS number
122-79-2 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
204-575-0
Molecular formula
C8H8O2
UNII
355G9R500Y
MDL number
MFCD00008699, MFCD03792523
InChIKey
IPBVNPXQWQGGJP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H8O2/c1-7(9)10-8-5-3-2-4-6-8/h2-6H,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(=O)OC1=CC=CC=C1

Synonyms

  • Acetic acid, phenyl ester
  • Phenol acetate
  • Acetylphenol
  • Acetyl phenol
  • Acetoxybenzene
  • Acetic acid,phenyl ester
  • Fenylester kyseliny octove
  • (Acetyloxy)benzene
  • Acetic acid phenyl ester
  • Acetates
  • Acetic acid-phenyl ester
  • Phenyl ester of acetic acid
  • Acetic Acid Phenyl Ester, Phenyl Acetate
  • PhOAc
  • phenoxy ethan-1-one
  • Acetic acid phenylester
  • Phenyl acetate, 99%
  • Pcetic acid phenyl ester
  • Phenyl acetate (Standard)
  • 4-06-00-00613 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • Phenyl acetate, analytical standard

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Colorless, mobile liquidexp.
Odour
PHENOLIC ODORexp.
Boiling point
196 °Cexp.
Density
Relative density (water = 1): 1.07exp.
Flash point
80 °Cexp.
Solubility
PRACTICALLY INSOL IN WATER, SOL IN GLACIAL ACETIC ACID, MISCIBLE WITH ALCOHOL, CHLOROFORM, ETHERexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
136.15 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
136.0524 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.61calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
10calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.13calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
210NFPA 704 rating

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (6)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
UN number
UN 1993

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Solvent, organic sythesis, laboratory reagent.

High-boiling aprotic solvent.

Used as a chemical intermediate for the synthesis of o-hydroxyacetophenone, p-hydroxyacetophenone, synephrine.

Industrial uses: Adhesion/cohesion promoter.

Consumer uses: Adhesion/cohesion promoter.

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient

Pharmacology

Phenyl Acetate is an aromatic fatty acid metabolite of phenylalanine with potential antineoplastic activity. Naturally occurring in mammals, phenylacetate induces differentiation, growth inhibition, and apoptosis in tumor cells. Implicated mechanisms of action include decreased protein prenylation, activation of the peroxisome proliferation-activated receptors, inhibition of DNA methylation, and depletion of glutamine. (NCI04)

How it is made

Prepd from phenol & acetyl chloride.

By heating triphenyl phosphate with potassium acetate and alcohol.

Phenol + acetic acid (esterification)

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Phenyl acetate is traded under.

HS 2915.39Indicative HS code

Esters of acetic acid, other

World exports in 2024
$2.03B
+7.9% vs 2023, imports $1.95B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China58.0%
  2. United States7.3%
  3. Germany6.5%
Top importers
  1. Singapore15.6%
  2. South Korea7.2%
  3. Indonesia6.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Phenyl acetate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Phenyl acetate, based on the data on this page

What is Phenyl acetate?

Phenyl acetate is an acetate ester obtained by the formal condensation of phenol with acetic acid. It is a member of phenyl acetates and a member of benzenes. It is functionally related to a phenol.

What is the CAS number of Phenyl acetate?

The CAS registry number of Phenyl acetate is 122-79-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Phenyl acetate?

The molecular formula of Phenyl acetate is C8H8O2 and its molar mass is 136.15 g/mol.

What is Phenyl acetate used for?

Solvent, organic sythesis, laboratory reagent. High-boiling aprotic solvent. Used as a chemical intermediate for the synthesis of o-hydroxyacetophenone, p-hydroxyacetophenone, synephrine. Industrial uses: Adhesion/cohesion promoter. Consumer uses: Adhesion/cohesion promoter.

Is Phenyl acetate hazardous?

Phenyl acetate carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Phenyl acetate?

Phenyl acetate is usually classified under HS code 291539 (Esters of acetic acid, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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