Flavors & Fragrances
REACH
Eugenyl acetate
CAS Number
93-28-7
EC Number
202-235-6
FEMA Number
FEMA 2469
What is Eugenyl acetate?
Eugenyl acetate (CAS 93-28-7), also known as eugenol acetate and acetyl eugenol, is a naturally occurring ester derived from eugenol; used as a fragrance and flavoring ingredient. FEMA 2469.
Where is Eugenyl acetate used?
- Fragrance: clove and spice notes in fine fragrances, soaps and personal care products
- Food and beverage: flavoring agent in baked goods, confectionery and spice blends
- Oral care: spice notes
- Tobacco flavorings and functional fragrance applications where eugenol-type aroma without the raw phenolic edge of eugenol itself is preferred
Good to know: Not to be confused with eugenol itself: eugenyl acetate provides eugenol-type aroma without the raw phenolic edge.
Commercial specifications
- Buyers typically source to flavor industry standards aligned with FEMA 2469
- Packaging from small drums to bulk quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
Eugenol acetate|Acetyl eugenol|Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-, acetate|Phenol, 4-allyl-2-methoxy-, acetate|V9OSB376X8|Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(2-propen-1-yl)-, 1-acetate
What are the physical properties of Eugenyl acetate?
Melting Point 30.5 °C
Boiling Point 149-150 °C @ Press: 12 Torr
Density 1.244 g/cm³
Flash Point 230 °F
Appearance liquid
Color White or Colorless to Light yellow
Odor at 100.00 %. fresh sweet woody clove floral carnation malt spice
Form Colourless to Light Yellow Oil to Semi-Solid
Water Solubility 407mg/L at 20℃
Vapor Pressure 0.041Pa at 20℃
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.518(lit.)
Log P 2.8 at 25℃
How is Eugenyl acetate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
Precautionary Statements
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P330 Rinse mouth.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
P301+P317 Get emergency medical help.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Eugenyl acetate?
HS Code 29147000
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany) 2