Pinonyl alcohol, also known as 2-phenyl-1-ethanol or 2-phenylethanol, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H10O. It is a colorless, oily liquid with a pleasant, rose-like odor and a sweet taste. This aromatic alcohol is widely used in the fragrance and flavor industries, particularly in the production of perfumes, cosmetics, and food products. Pinonyl alcohol is derived from the natural compound found in roses and can be synthesized through various chemical processes, such as the reduction of benzyl chloride or the condensation of benzaldehyde with ethylmagnesium bromide. It is also used as a solvent and a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of other compounds. Due to its low toxicity and pleasant scent, pinonyl alcohol is a popular choice for creating natural and synthetic fragrances.
The CAS Registry Mumber 4989-81-5 includes 7 digits separated into 3 groups by hyphens. The first part of the number,starting from the left, has 4 digits, 4,9,8 and 9 respectively; the second part has 2 digits, 8 and 1 respectively. Calculate Digit Verification of CAS Registry Number 4989-81: (6*4)+(5*9)+(4*8)+(3*9)+(2*8)+(1*1)=145 145 % 10 = 5 So 4989-81-5 is a valid CAS Registry Number.