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Phenyl acetate

Also known as: Acetic acid phenyl ester, Acetoxybenzene, Phenol acetate, Acetyl phenol

Phenyl acetate (CAS 122-79-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O2 and a molecular weight of 136.14800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 195-196℃, a boiling point of 196 °C(lit.), a density of 1.073 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 76.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
122-79-2
Jingsj CID
J-16278-7
Molecular Formula
C8H8O2
Molecular Weight
136.14800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point195-196℃
Boiling Point196 °C(lit.)
Density1.073 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point76.7 °C
Exact Mass136.05200
PSA26.30000
LogP1.61190
Vapor Pressure0.418mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.501(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915390090
Summary2915390090. esters of acetic acid. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward). MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Phenyl acetate?

The CAS number of Phenyl acetate is 122-79-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenyl acetate?

Phenyl acetate has molecular formula C8H8O2 and molecular weight 136.14800 g/mol.

Is Phenyl acetate hazardous?

Phenyl acetate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Phenyl acetate?

For Phenyl acetate, Upstream Products: Acetophenone, acetic acid, Phenol; Downstream Products: Acetyl iodide, Phenyl benzoate, 2,4,6-Trihydroxyacetophenone.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Phenyl acetate (CAS 122-79-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-16278-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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