Flavors & Fragrances
REACH
Isoamyl phenylacetate
CAS Number
102-19-2
EC Number
203-012-6
FEMA Number
FEMA 2081
What is Isoamyl phenylacetate?
Isoamyl phenylacetate (CAS 102-19-2), also known as 3-methylbutyl phenylacetate, is a synthetic ester used as a flavoring and fragrance ingredient in food and cosmetic applications. FEMA 2081.
Where is Isoamyl phenylacetate used?
- Food and beverage: floral and fruity nuances in confectionery, baked goods and non-alcoholic beverages
- Fragrance: warm, honeyed depth in floral bouquets for fine perfumery and functional blends
- Personal care: lasting floral character in scented lotions, hair care products and soap bases
- It also appears in flavor compound blends for industrial food processors.
Commercial specifications
- Food-grade material conforming to FEMA 2081
- Packaging from small drums to bulk quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
Isopentyl phenylacetate|Benzeneacetic acid, 3-methylbutyl ester|3-Methylbutyl phenylacetate|3-methylbutyl 2-phenylacetate|Isoamyl alpha-toluate|Acetic acid, phenyl-, isopentyl ester|Isopentyl alcohol, phenylacetate
What are the physical properties of Isoamyl phenylacetate?
Boiling Point 268 °C
Density 0.9267 g/cm³ @ Temp: 16 °C
Flash Point >230 °F
Color Colorless to Almost colorless
Odor at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. sweet honey cocoa balsam chocolate castoreum animal
Form clear liquid
Water Solubility 63.049mg/L at 25℃
Vapor Pressure 0.907Pa at 25℃
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.485(lit.)
Log P 4.08 at 25℃
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Isoamyl phenylacetate?
HS Code 2915.90.2000
WGK (Germany) 2