| CAS# | 140-11-4 |
| FORMULA | C9H10O2 |
| Synonyms | Acetic acid, benzyl ester; Benzyl ethanoate |
| GROUPS / USES | Flavor & Fragrance, Food & Beverage, Food Additives, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Cosmetics |
| Markets | Food & Beverage, Personal Care & Pharmaceutical |
FAQ’S
What is Benzyl acetate?
Benzyl acetate is a synthetic or natural organic chemical compound that is found in the scents of various flowers and is widely used in perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
What are the uses of Benzyl acetate?
Benzyl acetate is used as a fragrance component in perfumes, soaps, and detergents. It is used as a fruity or floral flavoring agent in food and beverages. It is used as a solvent in plastics, resins, cellulose acetate, nitrate, oils, lacquers, polishes, and inks. It is also used in pharmaceuticals especially topical products for its mild fragrance and solvent properties.
Is Benzyl acetate Used in Food?
Benzyl acetate is used as a flavoring agent in certain food products, especially to impart fruity, floral flavors. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used in appropriate amounts.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Benzyl acetate to users/customers for Flavor & Fragrance, Food & Beverage, Personal Care & Cosmetics.
Benzyl acetate Specifications
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Purity | 99.9% MIN |
| Benzyl acetate | 0.05% MAX |
| Dibenzyl Ether | 0.1% MAX |
| Benzyl Aldehyde | 0.1% MAX |
| Acidity | 0.5 mg KOH/g MAX |
| Color | 10HZ MAX |
| Water | 01.% MAX |