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General Material Information

Preferred name 3-phenyl propyl alcohol
Trivial Name Benzenepropanol
Short Description 3-phenyl-1-propanol
Formula C9 H12 O
CAS Number 122-97-4
FEMA Number 2885
ECHA Number 204-587-6
FDA UNII U04IC2765C
Nikkaji Number J44.158I
Beilstein Number 1857542
MDL MFCD00002950
COE Number 80
Bio Activity Summary External link
NMR Predictor External link
JECFA Food Flavoring 636 3-phenyl-1-propanol
FDA Patent No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances
FDA Mainterm 122-97-4 ; 3-PHENYL-1-PROPANOL
Synonyms
  • benzene propanol
  • 3-benzene propanol
  • benzyl ethyl alcohol
  • dihydrocinnamal alcohol
  • dihydrocinnamic alcohol
  • dihydrocinnamyl alcohol
  • hydrocinnamic alcohol
  • hydrocinnamyl alcohol
  • 1-hydroxy-3-phenyl propane
  • 1-hydroxy-3-phenylpropane
  • (3-hydroxypropyl) benzene
  • phenethyl carbinol
  • phenol, 4-butoxy-
  • phenol, p-butoxy-
  • 3-phenyl propan-1-ol
  • 3-phenyl propanol
  • gamma- phenyl propanol
  • phenyl propyl alcohol
  • 3-phenyl propyl alcohol
  • gamma- phenyl propyl alcohol
  • phenyl propyl alcohol FCC
  • phenyl propyl alcohol USA
  • 3-phenyl-1-propanol
  • 3-phenyl-N-propanol
  • 3-phenylpropan-1-ol
  • 3-phenylpropanol USA
  • 3-phenylpropanol-1
  • phenylpropyl alcohol
  • 3-phenylpropyl alcohol
  • 3-phenylpropyl alcohol ( 3-phenyl-1-propanol )
  • 3-phenylpropan-1-ol
  • Benzenepropanol
  • 1-Propanol, 3-phenyl-
  • 3-Phenyl-n-propanol
  • 3-Phenyl-1-propanol
  • 3-Phenylpropanol
  • 3-Phenylpropyl alcohol
  • γ-Phenylpropanol
  • γ-Phenylpropyl alcohol
  • (3-Hydroxypropyl)benzene
  • 3-Benzenepropanol
  • 1-Hydroxy-3-phenylpropane
  • NSC 16942
  • 3-Hydroxy-1-phenylpropane

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Other Information

(IUPAC):Atomic Weights of the Elements 2011 (pdf)
Videos:The Periodic Table of Videos
tgsc:Atomic Weights use for this web site
(IUPAC):Periodic Table of the Elements
FDA Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS):View
CHEBI:View
CHEMBL:View
HMDB (The Human Metabolome Database):HMDB33962
FooDB:FDB012188
Export Tariff Code:2906.29.6000
Typical G.C.
VCF-Online:VCF Volatile Compounds in Food
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PhysChem Properties

Material listed in food chemical codex Yes
Molecular weight 136.19383239746
Specific gravity @ 25 °C
Pounds per Gallon 8.304 to 8.321
Refractive Index 1.524 to 1.528 @ 20 °C
Melting Point -18 to -17°C @ 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point 235 to 236°C @ 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point 145 to 146°C @ 50 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure 0.003 mmHg @ 25 °C
Flash Point TCC Value 109.44 °C TCC
logP (o/w) 1.88
Shelf life 24 months (or longer if stored properly.)
Storage notes Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.
Solubility
alcohol Yes
benzyl benzoate Yes
dipropylene glycol Yes
fixed oils Yes
propylene glycol Yes
water, 5680 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp) Yes
paraffin oil No
glycerin No
water No
Stability
cream Unspecified
hair spray Unspecified
lotion Unspecified
non-discoloring in most media Unspecified
powder Unspecified
shampoo Unspecified

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Type: Balsamic
sweet, spicy, cinnamyl, floral, hyacinth, balsamic, cinnamon, fruity, honey
Odor strength medium
Substantivity 152 hour(s) at 100.00 %
Luebke, William tgsc, (1984) At 100.00 %. sweet spicy cinnamyl mignonette hyacinth balsam
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 20, No. 6, 49, (1995) Spicy, cinnamon, fruity, floral and honey-like with balsamic nuances
Flavor Type: Spicy
spicy, cinnamon, balsamic, fruity, winey, honey, floral
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 20, No. 6, 49, (1995) At 20.00 ppm. Spicy, cinnamon, balsamic, fruity, winey and honey-like with floral nuances
Useful in: brown nuts, savory spices, fruity red, fruity yellow, fruity tropical, sweet others. Sweet, Fruity, Balsamic, Cinnamon
General comment Fruity, balsamic (honey), cinnamon

Occurrences

Safety Information

Safety information

Preferred SDS: View
European information :
Most important hazard(s):
Xi - Irritant
R 36/38 - Irritating to skin and eyes.
S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children.
S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 36 - Wear suitable protective clothing.
Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Skin irritation (Category 2), H315
Eye irritation (Category 2A), H319
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system, H335
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Signal word Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H315 - Causes skin irritation
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
H335 - May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statement(s)
P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 - Wash skin thouroughly after handling.
P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.
P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P332 + P313 - IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P337 + P313 - IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 - Store locked up.
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Human Experience:
8 % solution: no irritation or sensitization.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 2300 mg/kg
Confidence limits of 1500-3100 mg/kg bw, 4 dose groups of 10 animals, only summary available.
(Moreno, 1976p)

oral-rat LD50 [sex: M,F] 2250 mg/kg
Value in ul/kg bw, 4 dose groups of 5 animals used, confidence limits of 1680-3000 ìl/kg bw.
(Wong & Weir, 1971a)

oral-rat LD50 2300 mg/kg
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 17, Pg. 893, 1979.

Dermal Toxicity:
skin-rabbit LD50 > 5000 mg/kg
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 17, Pg. 893, 1979.

Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Recommendation for 3-phenyl propyl alcohol usage levels up to:
8.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Maximised Survey-derived Daily Intakes (MSDI-EU): 51.00 (μg/capita/day)
Maximised Survey-derived Daily Intakes (MSDI-USA): 31.00 (μg/capita/day)
Structure Class: I
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library
publication number: 3
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average usual ppmaverage maximum ppm
baked goods: -3.30000
beverages(nonalcoholic): -0.73000
beverages(alcoholic): -5.00000
breakfast cereal: --
cheese: --
chewing gum: -4.30000
condiments / relishes: --
confectionery froastings: --
egg products: --
fats / oils: --
fish products: --
frozen dairy: -1.40000
fruit ices: -1.40000
gelatins / puddings: --
granulated sugar: --
gravies: --
hard candy: -2.80000
imitation dairy: --
instant coffee / tea: --
jams / jellies: --
meat products: --
milk products: --
nut products: --
other grains: --
poultry: --
processed fruits: --
processed vegetables: --
reconstituted vegetables: --
seasonings / flavors: --
snack foods: --
soft candy: --
soups: --
sugar substitutes: --
sweet sauces: --

Safety references

European Food Safety Athority(EFSA):Flavor usage levels; Subacute, Subchronic, Chronic and Carcinogenicity Studies; Developmental / Reproductive Toxicity Studies; Genotoxicity Studies...

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reference(s):

Opinion of the Scientific Panel on food additives, flavourings, processing aids and materials in contact with food (AFC) related to Flavouring Group Evaluation 15 (FGE.15): Aryl-substituted saturated and unsaturated primary alcohol/aldehyde/acid/ester derivatives from chemical group 22 (Commission Regulation (EC) No 1565/2000 of 18 July 2000)
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 15, Revision 1 (FGE.15Rev1) - Aryl-substituted saturated and unsaturated primary alcohol/aldehyde/acid/ester derivatives from chemical group 22 - Opinion of the Scientific Panel on Food Additives, Flavourings, Processing Aids and Materials in contact with Food (AFC)
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Scientific Opinion on Flavouring Group Evaluation 68 (FGE.68): Consideration of cinnamyl alcohol and related flavouring agents evaluated by JECFA (55th meeting) evaluated by EFSA in FGE.15Rev1 (2008)
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Safety and efficacy of aryl-substituted primary alcohol, aldehyde, acid, ester and acetal derivatives belonging to chemical group 22 when used as flavourings for all animal species
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EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):122-97-4
EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data
EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry
Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary :31234
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data
WGK Germany:1
3-phenylpropan-1-ol
Chemidplus:0000122974
RTECS:UB8970000 for cas# 122-97-4