Methyl phenyl acetate

Name: Methyl phenyl acetate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019276

About Methyl phenyl acetate

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl phenyl acetate, an aroma chemical registered under CAS number 101-41-7 at a purity of 97%. The compound has the formula C9H10O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 150.17 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is methyl 2-phenylacetate. It is also known as Methyl A-toluate or Methyl benzylformate.

The product is provided as a liquid. Key physical data: a boiling point of 218 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and food and flavour applications. It is used across food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Standard pack sizes are 500 g, 5 x 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Food & flavour applications

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl phenyl acetate
Catalogue No.	VQ-019276
CAS Number	101-41-7
IUPAC name	methyl 2-phenylacetate
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₀O₂
Molecular weight	150.17 g/mol
Exact mass	150.0681
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29163500
InChIKey	CRZQGDNQQAALAY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)CC1=CC=CC=C1
PubChem CID	7559

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Boiling point	218 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl A-toluate, Methyl benzylformate, Benzeneacetic acid, methyl ester, Methyl benzeneacetate, Phenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl alpha-toluate, Methyl phenylethanoate, Methyl benzeneethanoate, Phenylacetic acid, methyl ester, Acetic acid, phenyl-, methyl ester, Phenyl-acetic acid methyl ester, Methyl .alpha.-toluate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H227Combustible liquid

Precautionary statements: P210, P280, P370 + P378, P403, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 101-41-7

AR

Methyl phenyl acetate, AR

CAS: 101-41-7
Formula: C₉H₁₀O₂
MW: 150.17 g/mol

VQ-046701

Industrial

Methyl Phenylacetate

CAS: 101-41-7
Formula: C₉H₁₀O₂
MW: 150.17 g/mol

VQ-019486

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl phenyl acetate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl phenyl acetate is 101-41-7. It is also known as Methyl A-toluate, Methyl benzylformate, Benzeneacetic acid, methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl phenyl acetate?

Methyl phenyl acetate has the molecular formula C9H10O2 and a molecular weight of 150.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-phenylacetate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl phenyl acetate can I order?

We supply Methyl phenyl acetate in (97%) grade, in 500 g, 5 x 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl phenyl acetate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl phenyl acetate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Methyl phenyl acetate be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Methyl phenyl acetate worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.