M Formula: | C6H5CH2OC2H5 |
Properties: | |
Colorless, oily liquid; aromatic odor. Bp 185C, d 0.949, refr index 1.4955 (20C). Volatile in steam; insoluble in water; miscible with alcohol, ether. Combustible. | |
Derivation: | |
By boiling benzyl chloride with either sodium or potassium ethylate. | |
Hazard: | |
Narcotic in high concentration. May be skin irritant. | |
Use: | |
Organic synthesis, flavoring. | |