Methyl anthranilate is a colorless to pale yellow liquid (crystallizes at low temperature) with blue fluorescence. It features a grape/orange blossom fruity aroma and a slightly bitter, pungent taste. The product is combustible and irritating to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Molecular FormulaC8H9NO2
Density:1.168g/cm³g/cm³
Boiling Point:256℃
Solubility:
Soluble in ethanol and ether; slightly soluble in water and glycerol.
Molecular Weight:151.16g/mol
Flash Point:104.4℃
Melting Point:24℃
Uses
1. Food & daily chemical flavors: Formulate fruity flavors such as grape, citrus and strawberry; applied in beverages, candies, chewing gums and cosmetics.
2. Pharmaceutical intermediate: Used for the synthesis of bromhexine hydrochloride, certain antibiotics and anti-tumor drugs.
3. Chemical raw material: Synthetic intermediate for dyes, pesticides and coatings.