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Identifiers

Manufacturer

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CAS number

122-70-3

CAS (all sources)

122-70-3

CAS (Perfumiarz)

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CAS (PerfumersWorld)

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CAS (FraterWork)

122-70-3

CAS (EU Hekserij)

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CAS (TSCA Hekserij)

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INCI name (FraterWork)

PHENETHYL PROPIONATE

IUPAC name (FraterWork)

2-Phenylethyl propanoate

INCI (Hekserij)

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EC number (Hekserij)

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FEMA (Hekserij)

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UN number

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Synonyms (PerfumersWorld)

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Synonyms (FraterWork)

Benzcarbinyl propionate, Phenethyl Propionate

Scent profile

Note type (FraterWork)

Base Note

Odour family (FraterWork)

Floral

Odour profile (FraterWork)

Phenethyl Propionate presents a sweet, warm floral character dominated by rosy notes with honey-like fruitiness and subtle herbaceous and balsamic undertones.

Longevity (FraterWork)

Lasts > 96 hours on a smelling strip.

Appearance (FraterWork)

Colourless liquid

Descriptions

Comment (FraterWork)

Phenyl Ethyl Propionate opens with immediate sweet floralcy—not just any rose, but the rich, velvety character of red rose petals warmed by sunlight. This primary floral impression quickly reveals sophisticated complexity: deep fruity notes suggesting berries and stone fruits merge with distinct honeyed sweetness. The material's warmth comes not from spice but from its inherent balsamic-herbaceous undertones, creating a naturalistic depth that prevents it from reading as simple or one-dimensional. Phenyl Ethyl Propionate is excellent at 0.5-20% when you need to add warmth and sweetness to floral compositions without sacrificing sophistication. Its remarkable blending properties make it invaluable for smoothing transitions between notes—use it to bridge sharp florals with rich base notes seamlessly. In rose accords, it amplifies and enriches rather than dominates, adding the fruity-honeyed facets that transform a basic rose into something luxurious. For Oriental compositions, its balsamic warmth and moderate tenacity provide essential support through the heart notes. MAKING SENSE OF ESTERS Understanding the differences between phenyl ethyl esters transforms your formulation approach entirely. The propionate (C3) delivers warm, fruity-honeyed rose with excellent balance and moderate tenacity. The acetate (C2) presents brighter, more volatile rose with green-fresh facets ideal for top notes. The formate (C1) offers sharp, fresh rose with aldehydic brightness but fleeting presence. The butyrate (C4) extends into deeper, almost animalic territory with plum-like fruitiness and longer persistence. The tiglate brings unique green-herbal complexity with distinctive hay-like nuances perfect for natural effects. Chain length directly impacts volatility and character: shorter chains (formate, acetate) favour brightness and diffusion; medium chains (propionate) achieve optimal balance; longer chains (butyrate) emphasise depth and tenacity. Choose propionate for versatile warmth, acetate for fresh florals, formate for sparkling tops, butyrate for rich depth, tiglate for green sophistication. aromachem no_reg

Notes

Phenyl Ethyl Propionate opens with immediate sweet floralcy—not just any rose, but the rich, velvety character of red rose petals warmed by sunlight. This primary floral impression quickly reveals sophisticated complexity: deep fruity notes suggesting berries and stone fruits merge with distinct honeyed sweetness. The material's warmth comes not from spice but from its inherent balsamic-herbaceous undertones, creating a naturalistic depth that prevents it from reading as simple or one-dimensional. Phenyl Ethyl Propionate is excellent at 0.5-20% when you need to add warmth and sweetness to floral compositions without sacrificing sophistication. Its remarkable blending properties make it invaluable for smoothing transitions between notes—use it to bridge sharp florals with rich base notes seamlessly. In rose accords, it amplifies and enriches rather than dominates, adding the fruity-honeyed facets that transform a basic rose into something luxurious. For Oriental compositions, its balsamic warmth and moderate tenacity provide essential support through the heart notes. MAKING SENSE OF ESTERS Understanding the differences between phenyl ethyl esters transforms your formulation approach entirely. The propionate (C3) delivers warm, fruity-honeyed rose with excellent balance and moderate tenacity. The acetate (C2) presents brighter, more volatile rose with green-fresh facets ideal for top notes. The formate (C1) offers sharp, fresh rose with aldehydic brightness but fleeting presence. The butyrate (C4) extends into deeper, almost animalic territory with plum-like fruitiness and longer persistence. The tiglate brings unique green-herbal complexity with distinctive hay-like nuances perfect for natural effects. Chain length directly impacts volatility and character: shorter chains (formate, acetate) favour brightness and diffusion; medium chains (propionate) achieve optimal balance; longer chains (butyrate) emphasise depth and tenacity. Choose propionate for versatile warmth, acetate for fresh florals, formate for sparkling tops, butyrate for rich depth, tiglate for green sophistication. aromachem no_reg

Usage

Average use (FraterWork)

1% in a perfume compound

Uses (FraterWork)

Versatile modifier for rose accords, fruity blends and floral compositions, providing warmth and natural sweetness.

IFRA 51 (FraterWork)

No restriction for category 4

Links

FraterWorkhttps://fraterworks.com/products/phenyl-ethyl-propionate

Phenyl Ethyl Propionate

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