Phenylpropanol

What is Phenylpropanol?

Molecular Formula (Phenylpropanol): C₉H₁₂O

Molecular Weight: 136.19 g/mol

Chemical Name: 1-Phenyl-1-Propanol

CAS Number: 93-54-9

It has 2 different chemical effects in the pharmaceutical and food products it is used in. It provides a protective effect to products by imparting an aromatic scent. The most important feature of this chemical is that it is not of synthetic origin. It is a 100% natural compound.

It is effective within a high pH range. It demonstrates high antimicrobial properties in emulsions.

Other Names Are As Follows;

• 93-54-9
• Phenylpropanol
• Phenylpropanol
• 1-phenyl-propan-1-ol
• 1-phenylpropyl Alcohol
• 1-phenylpropyl Alcohol
• 1-phenyl-1-hydroxypropane
• alpha-ethylbenzenemethanol
• Ethyl Benzyl Alcohol

How is Phenylpropanol Produced?

Phenylpropanol production is derived from 100% naturally sourced substances.

What are the Physical and Chemical Properties?

The boiling point is 219 °C.

Its density is 0.99 g/cm3.

It has a sweet balsamic type odor.

Melting Point: -13 °C

Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in organic solvents.

What are the Usage Areas of Phenylpropanol?

• It is used to provide a balsamic flavor in foods.
• Phenylpropanol is used to provide a 100% natural aroma in perfumes, soaps, shampoos, and cleaning products.
• 1-phenyl-1-propanol is used in foods to add a wine-like flavor that is reminiscent of this taste.
• It is used in the bakery sector, frozen dairy products, and confectionery.
• It is a compound used in the pharmaceutical field to provide aroma within medications.
• It is used as a safe preservative in the cosmetic industry, food sector and pharmaceutical industry.
• It is used as a preservative and flavoring agent in the manufacture of face serums containing Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid).
• Its aroma and preservative properties are utilized in oil-control makeup setting sprays.
• It is used in the cosmetics industry within chemicals produced for brightening blackheads and dark spots on the skin.
• To reduce fine lines and wrinkles on the skin, phenylpropanol is used by being modified with Hyaluronic Acid, one of the moisturizing and rejuvenating chemical components for the skin.

What are the Factors Affecting Prices?

The price of phenylpropanol varies depending on the prices of the natural substances used in its production. Since the substances it is produced from are very rare natural products, it is an expensive chemical in terms of unit price. As the prices of these natural substances increase, the prices will also increase.

1-phenyl-1-propanol prices are directly dependent on its areas of use. Recently, the use of 100% natural aromas and preservatives in the food sector and pharmaceutical products has increased. Therefore, phenylpropanol prices are rising.

Prices experienced a short-term decrease as companies selling phenylpropanol increased their stocks.