Description

Ethyl o-tolylacetate (CAS No. 40291-39-2) is a high-purity ester compound with the molecular formula C₁₁H₁₄O₂ and IUPAC name ethyl 2-(2-methylphenyl)acetate. This specialty chemical is widely utilized in organic synthesis, fragrance formulation, and pharmaceutical research due to its aromatic and ester-functionalized structure. It is characterized by its clear to pale-yellow liquid appearance and mild, pleasant odor. Our product is rigorously tested for purity, stability, and consistency, ensuring optimal performance in demanding laboratory and industrial applications. Suitable for use as a precursor, intermediate, or additive, Ethyl o-tolylacetate is available in various packaging options to meet your specific research or production needs.

Properties

• CAS Number: 40291-39-2
• Complexity: 165
• IUPAC Name: ethyl 2-(o-tolyl)acetate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H14O2/c1-3-13-11(12)8-10-7-5-4-6-9(10)2/h4-7H,3,8H2,1-2H3
• InChI Key: HTDQOYWJDUMNHX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 178.099379685
• Molecular Formula: C11H14O2
• Molecular Weight: 178.23
• SMILES: CCOC(=O)CC1=CC=CC=C1C
• Topological: 26.3
• Monoisotopic Mass: 178.099379685
• Synonyms: Ethyl o-tolylacetate, EINECS 254-871-9, NSC 78459, 254-871-9, 40291-39-2, Ethyl 2-(o-tolyl)acetate, ethyl 2-(2-methylphenyl)acetate, Ethyl 2-Methylphenylacetate, o-Tolylacetic acid ethyl ester, 2-Methylphenylacetic acid ethyl ester, ethyl 2-o-tolylacetate, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester, MFCD00009179, Ethyl o-methylphenylacetate, Ethyl (2-methylphenyl)acetate, toluene=ethyl acetate, Ethyl 2-tolylacetate, Ethyl (o-Tolyl)acetate, Ethyl o-tolylacetate, 98%, Ethyl 2-methylphenyl acetate, SCHEMBL1107140, HTDQOYWJDUMNHX-UHFFFAOYSA-, DTXSID50960726, Ethyl (2-methylphenyl)acetate #, NSC78459, NSC-78459, AKOS009166930, FE70962, AS-58190, SY048389, DB-049564, CS-0197207, NS00057469, ST50405442, T1225, A50731, InChI=1/C11H14O2/c1-3-13-11(12)8-10-7-5-4-6-9(10)2/h4-7H,3,8H2,1-2H3

Application

Ethyl o-tolylacetate serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of fragrances and flavoring agents due to its aromatic properties. It is also employed in pharmaceutical research for the development of novel compounds with potential therapeutic applications. Additionally, this ester is utilized in the formulation of specialty chemicals and as a building block in fine chemical synthesis.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
• STOT SE 3 (100%)

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