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ACETIC ETHER [16 records]

Record 1 2013-09-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Plastics Manufacturing
Universal entry(ies)
C8H10O2
formula, see observation
C6H5OC2H4OH
formula, see observation
C6H5-CHOH-CH2OH
formula, see observation
OBS

Prepared by reduction of phenylglyoxylic acid with LiALH4... Freely soluble in water alcohol, benzene, ether, chloroform, acetic acid; slightly soluble in ligroin. Use : Esters as plasticizers.

DEF

Properties: Acicular crystals ... soluble in water and organic solvents. Uses: Plasticizers.

OBS

Chemical formula: C8H10O2 or C6H5OC2H4OH or C6H5-CHOH-CH2OH

OBS

alpha: This prefix must be replaced by the corresponding Greek letter or italicized.

Key term(s)
  • styrolene glycol
  • alpha,beta-dihydroxyethylbenzene
  • a,β-dihydroxyethylbenzene

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Plasturgie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C8H10O2
formula, see observation
C6H5OC2H4OH
formula, see observation
C6H5-CHOH-CH2OH
formula, see observation
OBS

Aiguilles incolores[,] facilement soluble dans eau, alcool, éther, benzène, chloroforme, acide acétique, peu soluble dans la ligroïne à froid, soluble à chaud. Utilisation : fabrication de plastifiants, synthèse organique.

OBS

Formule chimique : C8H10O2 ou C6H5OC2H4OH ou C6H5-CHOH-CH2OH

Spanish

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Record 2 2013-08-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Crop Protection
  • Pharmacology
Universal entry(ies)
C8H11O6Cl3
formula, see observation
DEF

[A chemical product in the form of] needle like crystals with a melting point of 87°C [that is] soluble in glacial acetic acid and ether [and that is] used on seed grains as a bird repellant and as a hypnotic for animals.

OBS

1,2-O-(2,2,2-trichloroethylidene)-alpha-D-glucofuranose: The letter "O" must be italicized; the prefix "alpha" must be replaced by the corresponding Greek letter or italicized; the "D" is a small capital letter; form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

alpha-chloralose: The prefix "alpha" must be replaced by the corresponding Greek letter or italicized.

OBS

alpha-D-glucochloralose: The prefix "alpha" must be replaced by the corresponding Greek letter or italicized; the "D" is a small capital.

OBS

Chemical formula: C8H11O6Cl3

Key term(s)
  • 1,2-O-(2,2,2-trichloroethylidene)-a-D-glucofuranose
  • a-chloralose
  • a-D-glucochloralose

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Protection des végétaux
  • Pharmacologie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C8H11O6Cl3
formula, see observation
DEF

Produit de condensation [...] avec déshydratation du chloral et du glucose anhydre, [que l'on utilise] comme hypnotique pour animaux de laboratoire.

OBS

1,2-O-(2,2,2-trichloroéthylidène)-alpha-D-glucofuranose : La lettre «O» s'écrit en italique; le préfixe «alpha» doit être remplacé par la lettre grecque correspondante ou être écrit en italique; le «D» est une petite majuscule; forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

OBS

Formule chimique : C8H11O6Cl3

Key term(s)
  • 1,2-O-(2,2,2-trichloroéthylidène)-a-D-glucofuranose

Spanish

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Record 3 2012-02-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
  • Biochemistry
Universal entry(ies)
CH3COCOOH
correct, formula, see observation
CH3-CO-COOH
correct, formula, see observation
DEF

A fundamental intermediate in protein and carbohydrate metabolism in the cell... Liquid with odor resembling acetic acid;... miscible with water, ether, and alcohol. Derivation : Dehydration of tartaric acid by distilling with potassium acid sulfate. Use : Biochemical research.

CONT

Pyruvic acid ... occurs naturally in coffee and when sugar is metabolized in muscle ... It is a synthetic flavoring used in coffee and rum flavorings for beverages, ice cream, ices, candy, baked goods, and chewing gum.

OBS

Chemical formula: CH3COCOOH

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
  • Biochimie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
CH3COCOOH
correct, formula, see observation
CH3-CO-COOH
correct, formula, see observation
DEF

Acide [alpha] -cétonique existant à l'état naturel parmi les produits de fermentation des oses, dans les feuilles, les tissus animaux et le sang, qui peut être obtenu par pyrogénation de l'acide tartrique. Il se présente comme un liquide sirupeux, très hygroscopique, soluble dans l'eau, l'alcool et l'éther.

CONT

Acide pyruvique [...] Usages : Synthèse de l'acide phényl-cinchoninique, résines artificielles.

OBS

Formule chimique : CH3COCOOH

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Aditivos alimentarios
  • Bioquímica
Entrada(s) universal(es)
CH3COCOOH
correct, formula, see observation
CH3-CO-COOH
correct, formula, see observation
OBS

Fórmula química: CH3COCOOH

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Record 4 2011-08-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
C14H10
formula, see observation
85-01-8
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound in the form of colorless, shining crystals, soluble in alcohol, ether, benzene, carbon disulfide, acetic acid, insoluble in water, used in dyestuffs, explosives, synthesis of drugs, biochemical research, and phenanthrenequinone.

OBS

phenanthrene: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry) for the systematic name corresponding to the CAS number indicated on the present record; term adopted by Environment Canada: used in the list of pollutants measured in the National Air Pollution Surveillance Network (NAPS).

OBS

Chemical formula: C14lH[subscript 10

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C14H10
formula, see observation
85-01-8
CAS number
CONT

Le phénanthrène est présent dans l'huile d'anthracène obtenue par distillation du goudron de houille. Il est recueilli dans le filtrat de résidus d'anthracène cristallisé ou dans la fraction légère de distillation de l'anthracène brut. [...] Le phénanthrène est utilisé dans les industries des matières colorantes, explosifs, produits pharmaceutiques. Il sert de base pour la production d'autres substances chimiques (9,10-phénanthrénequinone, acide 2,2'-diphénique), et entre dans la composition de substances conductrices d'électricité utilisées dans les batteries et les cellules solaires.

OBS

phénanthrène : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée) pour le nom systématique correspondant au numéro CAS indiqué sur la présente fiche; terme retenu par Environnement Canada : utilisé dans la liste des polluants mesurés par le Réseau national de surveillance de la pollution atmosphérique (RNSPA).

OBS

Formule chimique : C14lH[indice 10

Spanish

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Record 5 2011-08-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Universal entry(ies)
C18H12
formula, see observation
218-01-9
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound in the form of crystals, slightly soluble in alcohol, ether, glacial acetic acid, insoluble in water, derived from the distillation of coal tar, known to be carcinogen, used in organic synthesis.

OBS

chrysene: OSHA [Occupational Safety and Health Administration] name; form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

Chemical formula: C18H12

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Hydrocarbures aromatiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C18H12
formula, see observation
218-01-9
CAS number
DEF

Hydrocarbure aromatique, de formule C18H12, que l'on peut isoler des fractions lourdes des goudrons de houille et dont le squelette carboné se rencontre dans de nombreux produits naturels.

OBS

chrysène : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

OBS

Formule chimique : C18H12

Spanish

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Record 6 2011-08-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Plastics Manufacturing
Universal entry(ies)
C8H6O4
formula, see observation
C6H4(COOH)2
formula, see observation
121-91-5
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound which appears under the form of combustible, colorless crystals, slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohol and acetic acid, insoluble in benzene and petroleum ether, which is used for polymers and plasticizers.

OBS

benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

IPA: This might be an in-house or a non-recognized abbreviation; not to be used alone, to avoid any risk of confusion.

OBS

Chemical formula: C8H6O4 or C6H4(COOH)2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Plasturgie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C8H6O4
formula, see observation
C6H4(COOH)2
formula, see observation
121-91-5
CAS number
DEF

Composé chimique se présentant sous la forme de cristaux incolores, combustibles, légèrement soluble dans l'eau, soluble dans l'alcool et l'acide acétique, insoluble dans le benzène et l'essence de pétrole, utilisé dans l'industrie des polymères et des plastifiants.

OBS

acide benzène-1,3-dicarboxylique : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

OBS

Formule chimique : C8H6O4 ou C6H4(COOH)2

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Fabricación de plásticos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
C8H6O4
formula, see observation
C6H4(COOH)2
formula, see observation
121-91-5
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química : C8H6O4 o C6H4(COOH)2

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Record 7 2011-08-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Plastics Manufacturing
Universal entry(ies)
(C6H5O)2CO3
formula, see observation
C13H10O3
formula, see observation
102-09-0
CAS number
DEF

A chemical product having the which appears under the form of a white, crystalline solid, is soluble in acetone, hot alcohol, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, ether, glacial acetic acid, and other organic solvants, is insoluble in water, and is used as a plasticizer and a solvent and in the synthesis of polycarbonate resins.

OBS

Chemical formula: (C6H5O)2CO3 or C13H10O3

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Plasturgie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
(C6H5O)2CO3
formula, see observation
C13H10O3
formula, see observation
102-09-0
CAS number
OBS

Formule chimique : (C6H5O)2CO3 ou C13H10O3

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Fabricación de plásticos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
(C6H5O)2CO3
formula, see observation
C13H10O3
formula, see observation
102-09-0
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: (C6H5O)2CO3 o C13H10O3

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Record 8 2011-07-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
  • Perfume and Cosmetics Industry
Universal entry(ies)
C12H20O2
formula, see observation
C10H17C2H3O2
formula, see observation
115-95-7
CAS number
DEF

A clear, colorless, oily liquid, with an odor of bergamot, soluble in alcohol, ether, diethyl phthalate, benzyl benzoate, mineral oil, fixed oils and alcohol, slightly soluble in propylene glycol, insoluble in water, glycerol, derived by the action of acetic anhydride on linalool in presence of sulfuric acid or obtained from bergamot and other oils, used in perfumery, as a flavoring agent, and as a substitute for petitgrain oil.

OBS

Linalyl acetate [is a] synthetic flavoring that occurs naturally in basil, jasmine oil, lavandin oil, lavender oil, lemon oil [and that is] used in blueberry, chocolate, lemon, lime, orange, cola, grape, peach, cardamom ... and meat flavorings for beverages, ice cream, ices, candy, baked goods, gelatin desserts, meats ...

OBS

Chemical formula: C12H20O2 or C10H17C2H3O2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
  • Parfumerie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C12H20O2
formula, see observation
C10H17C2H3O2
formula, see observation
115-95-7
CAS number
DEF

Ester acétique du linalol se présentant sous la forme d'un liquide incolore, à odeur de bergamote, soluble dans l'alcool, l'éther, les huiles, insoluble dans l'eau, utilisé en parfumerie, en savonnerie et comme additif alimentaire.

OBS

Formule chimique : C12H20O2 ou C10H17C2H3O2

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Aditivos alimentarios
  • Industria del perfume y cosméticos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
C12H20O2
formula, see observation
C10H17C2H3O2
formula, see observation
115-95-7
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: C12H20O2 o C10H17C2H3O2

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Record 9 2011-07-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
  • Perfume and Cosmetics Industry
Universal entry(ies)
C12H22O2
formula, see observation
C10H19-O-CO-CH3
formula, see observation
DEF

A chemical compound which appears under the form of a colorless liquid with a mint odour, is slightly soluble in water, is miscible with alcohol and ether, is derived by boiling menthol with acetic anhydride in the presence of sodium acetate or occurs naturally in peppermint oil, and is used in perfumery, in toilet waters and as a flavoring.

OBS

Menthyl acetate [is used] in fruit, mint, and spice flavorings for beverages, ice cream, ices, candy, baked goods, and chewing gum.

OBS

Not to be confused with "methyl acetate."

OBS

Chemical formula: C12H22O2 or C10H19-O-CO-CH3

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
  • Parfumerie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C12H22O2
formula, see observation
C10H19-O-CO-CH3
formula, see observation
OBS

Liquide incolore à odeur de menthe, soluble dans l'alcool, les huiles, insoluble dans l'eau, préparé par action de la chaleur sur un mélange de menthol et d'anhydride acétique en présence d'acétate de sodium ou présent à l'état naturel dans certaines essences végétales, telle l'essence de menthe, utilisé en parfumerie et comme aromatisant.

OBS

Ne pas confondre avec «acétate de méthyle».

OBS

Formule chimique : C12H22O2 ou C10H19-O-CO-CH3

Spanish

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Record 10 2011-06-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Medication
Universal entry(ies)
C6H5NH(COCH3)
formula, see observation
C6H5-NH-CO-CH3
formula, see observation
CH3CONHC6H5
formula, see observation
CH3-CO-NH-C6H5
formula, see observation
C8H9NO
formula, see observation
DEF

An odorless chemical compound in the form of a white crystalline powder or of white, shining, crystalline leaflets, soluble in hot water, alcohol, ether, chloroform, acetone, glycerol, and benzene, derived from aniline and acetic acid, used in organic synthesis, in the manufacture of dyestuffs and intermediates, as rubber accelerator, painkiller, and precursor in the penicillin manufacture.

OBS

Chemical formulas: C6H5NH(COCH3) or C6H5-NH-CO-CH3 or CH3CONHC6H5 or CH3-CO-NH-C6H5 or C8H9NO

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Médicaments
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C6H5NH(COCH3)
formula, see observation
C6H5-NH-CO-CH3
formula, see observation
CH3CONHC6H5
formula, see observation
CH3-CO-NH-C6H5
formula, see observation
C8H9NO
formula, see observation
DEF

Anilide de l'acide acétique utilisé en thérapeutique (analgésique, antithermique), en synthèse organique et dans la fabrication de matières solvantes.

OBS

Formules chimiques : C6H5NH(COCH3) ou C6H5-NH-CO-CH3 ou CH3CONHC6H5 ou CH3-CO-NH-C6H5 ou C8H9NO

Key term(s)
  • acétyl-amino-benzène

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Medicamentos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
C6H5NH(COCH3)
formula, see observation
C6H5-NH-CO-CH3
formula, see observation
CH3CONHC6H5
formula, see observation
CH3-CO-NH-C6H5
formula, see observation
C8H9NO
formula, see observation
OBS

Fórmulas químicas : C6H5NH(COCH3) o C6H5-NH-CO-CH3 o CH3CONHC6H5 o CH3-CO-NH-C6H5 o C8H9NO

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Record 11 2011-05-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
  • Paints and Varnishes (Industries)
  • Plastic Materials
Universal entry(ies)
CH3COOC2H5
formula, see observation
C4H8O2
formula, see observation
141-78-6
CAS number
DEF

A chemical product which appears as a colorless liquid slightly miscible with water, miscible with alcohol, ether and chloroform and which is used in pharmacy, in organic synthesis, in plastics and in the food industry as a butter, walnut or spice flavoring for beverages, ice cream, candy and bakery products.

OBS

ethyl acetate: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

Chemical formula: CH3COOC2H5 or C4H8O2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
  • Peintures et vernis (Industries)
  • Matières plastiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
CH3COOC2H5
formula, see observation
C4H8O2
formula, see observation
141-78-6
CAS number
DEF

Produit chimique qui se présente sous la forme d'un liquide incolore, peu miscible à l'eau, miscible à l'alcool, à l'éther et au chloroforme, que l'on utilise en pharmacie, en synthèse organique, dans l'industrie des plastiques et comme additif alimentaire (arôme de beurre, de noix ou d'épices pour boissons, crèmes glacées, bonbons et produits de boulange).

OBS

acétate d'éthyle : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

OBS

Formule chimique : CH3COOC2H5 ou C4H8O2

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Aditivos alimentarios
  • Pinturas y barnices (Industrias)
  • Materiales plásticos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
CH3COOC2H5
formula, see observation
C4H8O2
formula, see observation
141-78-6
CAS number
DEF

Líquido incoloro de olor fragante. Soluble en cloroformo, alcohol y éter, ligeramente soluble en agua. Punto de inflamación, 4,5º C. Inflamable, riesgo de incendio, moderadamente tóxico e irritante.

OBS

Fórmula química: CH3COOC2H5 o C4H8O2

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Record 12 2011-02-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Medication
Universal entry(ies)
C24H34O5
formula, see observation
81-23-2
CAS number
CONT

Dehydrocholic acid. White fluffy powder, odorless; bitter taste... Almost insoluble in water; slightly soluble in ether and alcohol; soluble in chloroform, glacial acetic acid, and solutions of alkali hydroxides and carbonates.

OBS

Chemical formula: C24H34O5

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Médicaments
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C24H34O5
formula, see observation
81-23-2
CAS number
CONT

Acide déhydrocholique. Mécanisme principal. Le mécanisme d'action reste à préciser: probable augmentation du débit sanguin artériel hépatique, augmentation du flux biliaire par des mécanimes proches de ceux déterminant la secrétion physiologique: excrétion dans le canal bilaire, créant un appel d'eau par effet osmotique.

OBS

Formule chimique : C24H34O5

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Medicamentos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
C24H34O5
formula, see observation
81-23-2
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: C24H34O5

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Record 13 2004-01-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
DEF

The oleoresin or pitch obtained from living pine trees. Sticky, viscous balsamic liquid... strong piny odor; soluble in alcohol, ether, chloroform and glacial acetic acid. Combustible.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
DEF

Nom générique des oléorésines extraites des conifères; distillation de l'essence de térébenthine et du colophane.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
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Record 14 2001-11-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Food Additives
DEF

Natural dyestuff from root of Curcuma longa... Orange-yellow, crystal powder... Insoluble in water, ether. Soluble in alcohol, glacial acetic acid.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Additifs alimentaires
DEF

Colorant alimentaire naturel extrait des racines de Curcuma longa utilisé, en autres, en confiserie et charcuterie.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Aditivos alimentarios
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Record 15 2001-04-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
  • Pharmacology
CONT

Balsam of Tolu was included in the US Pharmacopeia in 1820 as well and used similarly in addition to an antitussive and respiratory used for lozenges for coughs and sore throats, in cough syrups and as a vapor inhalant for respiratory ailments with documented antiseptic and expectorant properties.

CONT

Tolu balsam... constituents : About 80 per cent amorphous resin, with cinnamic acid, a volatile oil, and a little vanillin, benzyl benzoate and benzyl cinnamate. It is freely soluble in chloroform, glacial acetic acid, acetone, ether, alcohol and liquor potassa, scarcely soluble in petroleum-benzine and benzol.

OBS

May be used as a flavoring agent.

Key term(s)
  • Tolu balsam extract
  • tolu oil

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
  • Pharmacologie
DEF

Oléorésine provenant du tronc de plusieurs variétés de Myroxylon balsamum utilisée comme antispasmodique et antitussif et comme succédané du baume de Pérou.

OBS

«Tolu», nom d'une ville de Colombie, s'écrit parfois, dans les sources françaises, avec l'accent tonique original sur le «u». Toutefois, ces mêmes documents emploient indifféremment le «t» majuscule ou minuscule.

OBS

Le baume de Tolu est souvent confondu (à tort) avec le baume du Pérou.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Aditivos alimentarios
  • Farmacología
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Record 16 2000-03-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Engineering
CONT

Acetic ether. A synthetic agent... with a fragrant, refreshing odor, used in... flavorings.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Génie chimique

Spanish

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