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Catalog Number:
37536
CAS Number:
1445-91-6
S-(-)-1-Phenylethanol
Purity:
≥ 98% (GC)
Synonym(s):
(-)-Methyl phenyl carbinol, (S-(-)-α-Methylbenzyl alcohol
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Product Information
Synonyms
(-)-Methyl phenyl carbinol, (S-(-)-α-Methylbenzyl alcohol
CAS Number
1445-91-6
Purity
≥ 98% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C8H10O
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00064264
PubChem ID
7409
Density
1.01
Appearance
Colorless to Almost colorless clear liqui
Boiling Point
98 °C / 20 mmHg
Refractive Index
1.53
Optical Rotation
[α]20D = -40 to -46 ° (neat)
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
(-)-Methyl phenyl carbinol, (S-(-)-α-Methylbenzyl alcohol
CAS Number
1445-91-6
Purity
≥ 98% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C8H10O
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00064264
PubChem ID
7409
Density
1.01
Appearance
Colorless to Almost colorless clear liqui
Boiling Point
98 °C / 20 mmHg
Refractive Index
1.53
Optical Rotation
[α]20D = -40 to -46 ° (neat)
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

(S)-(-)-1-Phenylethanol is widely utilized in research focused on

  • Fragrance Industry: This compound is a key ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics, providing a pleasant floral scent that enhances product appeal.
  • Flavoring Agent: It is used in the food industry as a flavoring agent, particularly in beverages and confections, to impart a sweet, aromatic taste.
  • Pharmaceuticals: This chemical serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, contributing to the development of effective medications.
  • Chiral Synthesis: Its chiral nature makes it valuable in asymmetric synthesis, allowing researchers to create specific enantiomers for various applications in organic chemistry.
  • Solvent Applications: It is also employed as a solvent in chemical reactions, providing a stable medium that enhances reaction efficiency and product yield.

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