Phytyl acetate (CAS 10236-16-5) — Green Top Note Fragrance Ingredient
Phytyl acetate
CAS 10236-16-5
What Is Phytyl acetate?
Phytyl acetate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient used in perfumes and personal care products. It contributes a subtle, green, and slightly floral character to formulations. This ester is valued for its ability to enhance natural freshness in fragrances, making it a versatile component in modern perfumery.
Safety Profile
GENERALLY SAFEWhat Does Phytyl acetate Smell Like?
Phytyl acetate offers a crisp, green opening with a hint of floral undertones. The scent evolves into a clean, slightly woody dry-down, reminiscent of fresh leaves and subtle floral notes. Its behavior is linear, maintaining a consistent green character throughout its lifespan on the skin.
2D Molecular Structure
SMILES: CC(C)CCC[C@@H](C)CCC[C@@H](C)CCC\C(C)=C\COC(C)=O
Chemistry, Properties & Perfumer Guide
The Chemistry
Phytyl acetate is an ester derived from phytol and acetic acid. It is synthesized through esterification reactions, commonly used in fragrance chemistry for its green and floral characteristics. The molecule is stable and exhibits good blending properties with other fragrance ingredients.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Boiling Point | N/A |
|---|---|
| Density | N/A |
Perfumer Guide
| Application | Typical % | Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Fragrance | 1-5% | Up to 10% | Adds green freshness |
| Personal Care | 0.5-3% | Up to 5% | Enhances clean scents |
Classic Accords
Tip: Use in small amounts to add a green, fresh top note to floral or citrus compositions.
Alternatives & Comparisons
Safety, Regulatory & Sustainability
⚠ Regulatory Disclaimer
General reference only. Consult current IFRA Standards Library before formulating.
IFRA Status
No IFRA restrictions apply to phytyl acetate.
RIFM Assessment
No specific RIFM assessment found for phytyl acetate.
Sustainability
Phytyl acetate is synthesized from readily available chemicals, making it a sustainable choice for perfumery. Its production does not rely on natural resources, reducing environmental impact compared to some natural ingredients.
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References
- PubChem. Phytyl acetate. PubChem
Data: PubChem (NIH), PubMed, RIFM, IFRA. Last reviewed: Apr 2026.
Report a data errorPhysicochemical Properties
DTXSID: DTXSID00893616
Physical Properties
| Molecular Weight | 338.576 g/mol🔬 EPA CompTox |
| Density | 0.845 g/cm^3📊 OPERA |
| Boiling Point | 381.078 °C📊 OPERA |
| Melting Point | 9.765 °C📊 OPERA |
| Flash Point | 126.07 °C📊 OPERA |
| Refractive Index | 1.454 Dimensionless📊 OPERA |
| Molar Volume | 389.712 cm^3/mol📊 OPERA |
Partition & Solubility
| LogP (Octanol-Water) | 8.678 Log10 unitless📊 OPERA |
| LogD (pH 5.5) | 8.678 Log10 unitless📊 OPERA |
| LogD (pH 7.4) | 8.678 Log10 unitless📊 OPERA |
| LogKoa (Octanol-Air) | 10.17 Log10 unitless📊 OPERA |
| Water Solubility | 0 mol/L📊 OPERA |
| Henry's Law Constant | 0 atm-m3/mole📊 OPERA |
Transport Properties
| Vapor Pressure | 0 mmHg📊 OPERA |
| Viscosity | 10.144 cP📊 OPERA |
| Surface Tension | 28.077 dyn/cm📊 OPERA |
| Thermal Conductivity | 141.601 mW/(m*K)📊 OPERA |
Molecular Descriptors
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 26.3 Ų💻 Computed |
| H-Bond Donors | 0 count💻 Computed |
| H-Bond Acceptors | 2 count💻 Computed |
| Rotatable Bonds | 14 count💻 Computed |
| Aromatic Rings | 0 count💻 Computed |
| Molar Refractivity | 105.523 cm^3/mol📊 OPERA |
| Polarizability | 41.833 Å^3📊 OPERA |
Data Sources:
🔬 EPA Experimental data from U.S. EPA CompTox Chemicals Dashboard & CTX APIs. 📊 OPERA Predicted using EPA's OPERA QSAR models. 💻 Computed Calculated from SMILES using RDKit.
