Chemical Properties
Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid with a sweet berry and bitter almond aroma. Boiling point: 185°C, flash point: 74°C. Soluble in ethanol and essential oils.
Uses
Benzylideneglycerol is used in preparation of Glycerol Benzaldehyde with high specific selectivity.
Definition
ChEBI: 2-Phenyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol is a member of benzenes.
Safety Profile
Moderately toxic by
ingestion and intraperitoneal routes. Mildly
toxic by skin contact. Combustible liquid.
When heated to decomposition it emits
acrid smoke and irritating fumes.