21809-60-9

Basic information

• Product Name: (6-propyl-1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)methanol
• CAS NO: 21809-60-9
• Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₃
• Molecular Weight: 194.2271
• Mol File: 21809-60-9.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 313.3°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 143.3°C
• Density: 1.186g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 0.000213mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.561
• CAS DataBase Reference: (6-propyl-1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)methanol(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: (6-propyl-1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)methanol(21809-60-9)
• EPA Substance Registry System: (6-propyl-1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)methanol(21809-60-9)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 21809-60-9(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

(6-propyl-1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)methanol, also known as safrole alcohol, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C10H12O2. It is a colorless liquid with a sweet, floral aroma and is commonly found in various essential oils, including sassafras oil and nutmeg oil. Safrole alcohol is used in the production of fragrances, flavorings, and aromatherapy products. However, it is also a precursor in the synthesis of the illegal drug MDMA (ecstasy) and is regulated as a List I chemical in the United States due to its potential for illicit drug manufacturing. Exposure to safrole alcohol has been associated with toxic and carcinogenic effects, and its use is strictly regulated in many countries.