Phenoxyethanol

CAS #122-99-6

C8H10O2

About

Phenoxyethanol is a colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. It is a glycol ether used as a perfume fixative, insect repellent, antiseptic, solvent, preservative, and also as an anesthetic in fish aquaculture. Phenoxyethanol is an ether alcohol with aromatic properties.

Synonyms

2-phenoxyethanol. Emuclens. Erisept. ethylene glycol monophenyl ether. phenoxethol. phenoxyethanol.

Property

Specifications

Structure

IUPAC Name

2-Phenoxyethan-1-ol

Appearance

Colourless Liquid

Molar Mass

138.16 g/mol

Density

1.1 g/cm³

Melting Point

−2 °C (28 °F; 271 K)

Boiling Point

247 °C (477 °F; 520 K)

Solubility in Water

26 g/kg

Vapour Pressure

0.001 kPa (0.00015 psi)

Flash Point

Viscosity

Odour

faint rose-like

APHA Value

Hazard Identification

Uses & Applications

Phenoxyethanol is an antiseptic used as a hand disinfectant or preservative in medications. Phenoxyethanol is a colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. It is a glycol ether used as a perfume fixative, insect repellent, antiseptic, solvent, preservative, and also as an anesthetic in fish aquaculture.

Market Driving Factors

The global phenoxyethanol market attained a value of USD 183 million in 2020. The market is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% in the forecast period of 2023-2028 to reach a value of USD 238 million by 2026.

Grades Available

Technical Grade, Industrial Grade.

Origin

India

Packaging

Stability/Shelf Life

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