Methyl Eugenol

Methyl Eugenol (allylveratrol) is a natural chemical compound classified as a phenylpropene. It plays an important role in insect behaviour and pollination, and is naturally found in various spices such as clove oil and nutmeg.

Substance Identification

Synonyms Allyl veratrole | 1,2-dimethoxy-4-prop-2-enylbenzene | Eugenyl methyl ether
CAS 93-15-2
EINECS 202-223-0
FEMA 2475
HS.CODE 291200
Molecular Formula C11H14O2
Moleclar Weight 178.23

Toxicological Information

LD50 oral, rat 810mg/kg
LD50 dermal, rabbit 2025mg/kg min

Application & Uses

  • Pharmaceutical Applications: Widely utilised in pharmaceutical preparations, particularly for developing drugs that leverage its antibacterial and blood pressure regulating properties.
  • Flavour, Fragrance & Cosmetics: A key ingredient in formulating perfume essences, various cosmetic fragrances, and soap fragrance compositions.
  • Food Additive: Functions as a food additive for flavouring, enhancing and enriching the taste of food products.
  • Pest & Insect Control:
    • Used as a pesticide and fungicide.
    • Serves as an insect attractant, notably for fruit flies, often combined with insecticides to enhance pest control effectiveness.

Sales Specification

ITEM VALUE
Appearance Colorless to light yellow liquid
Odor Colove, camation aroma, spicy with herbal and tea-like nuances
Refractive Index 1.0380 to 1.0389
Specific Gravity 1.5385 to 1.5389
Purity, % 99 min

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Package

  • Plastic Drum, 25kg net each

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GHS Hazard Statements

H-Code H302/351/411
P-Code P201/202/264/270/273/280
Response P301+P312+P330 P308+P313 P391
Storage P405
Disposal P501
UN Number: S-phrases: S26-S36/37/39 | R-phrases: R22;R36/37/38;R40

Storage

  • flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room
  • ground all equipment containing material
  • keep away from heat
  • keep away from sources of ignition
  • keep container tightly closed
  • keep in a cool, well-ventilated place

Remark

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