| Identification | Back Directory | [Name]
1,3-Dioxolane, 4,5-dimethyl-2-(phenylmethyl)- | [CAS]
5468-06-4 | [Synonyms]
PHENYLACETALDEHYDE-2,3-BUTYLENEGLYCOLACETAL
1,3-Dioxolane, 4,5-dimethyl-2-(phenylmethyl)- | [Molecular Formula]
C12 H16 O2 | [MOL File]
5468-06-4.mol | [Molecular Weight]
192.26 |
| Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Chemical Properties]
Phenylacetaldehyde-2,3-butylene glycol acetal has a sweet, floral, somewhat earthy fragrance and a fruity flavor. | [Uses]
2-Benzyl-4,5-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan is used in flavor compositions, mainly in fruit complexes, but also in the rare “floral” flavor type as a fixative/blender. The concentration is normally as low as 1 to 4 ppm in the finished product.
| [Definition]
ChEBI: 2-Benzyl-4,5-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane is a member of benzenes. | [Preparation]
By condensation of phenylacetaldehyde with 2,3-butylene glycol. |
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