Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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Phenethyl phenylacetate(102-20-5)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity

Product Identification

Product Name
Phenethyl phenylacetate
Synonyms
2-Phenylethyl 2-phenylacetate
2-Phenylethyl phenylacetate
Benzeneacetic acid, 2-phenylethyl ester
Benzylcarbinyl a-toluate
b-Phenylethyl phenylacetate
CAS
102-20-5
Formula
C16H16O2
Molecular Weight
240.32
EINECS
203-013-1
RTECS
AJ3255000
RTECS Class
Other
Beilstein/Gmelin
2214383
Beilstein Reference
3-09-00-02183

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
28
Boiling Point
360
Vapor Pressure
2.3E-5 (25 C)
Density
1.082 g/mL (25 C)
Heat Of Vaporization
60.6 kJ/mol
Usage
Food additive.
Refractive Index
1.55 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
Eyes
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
EC Risk Phrase
36/38
EC Safety Phrase
26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.
Respirators
Government approved respirator.
Exposure Effects
Irritant. Irritating to eyes and skin.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
146
Fire Fighting
Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.
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