N Butyl Acetate

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N Butyl Acetate

CAS Number: 123‑86‑4

Synonyms: n‑Butyl acetate; Butyl ethanoate; Acetic acid n-butyl ester

Chemical Formula:C₆H₁₂O₂

Molecular Weight:116.16 g/mol

Product Introduction

A clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic fruity (banana/apple) odor. Offers moderate volatility and excellent solvency properties—commonly used in paints, coatings, nail products, adhesives, printing inks, flavorings, and as a laboratory reagent.

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Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Value
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Odor Fruity ester (banana/apple)
Density @ 20 °C ~0.882–0.884 g/cm³
Melting Point –78 °C
Boiling Point ~125–127 °C
Flash Point (CC) ~22–24 °C (72–75 °F)
Vapor Pressure @ 20 °C ~8 mm Hg
Refractive Index (n₂₀ᴅ) ~1.393–1.395
Solubility in Water ~0.68–0.7 g/100 mL
Vapor Density Heavier than air (~4×)
Explosion Limits ~1.7–7.6 %
Log P ~1.82

Applications

  • Solvent:paints, coatings, cellulose nitrate lacquers, adhesives, inks
  • Flavor & fragrance:artificial fruit flavors, nail care formulations
  • Laboratory reagent:HPLC-grade standards, reference material

Safety & Handling

  • Flammable (flash point ~22 °C). H226/H336—vapors may cause dizziness.
  • OSHA PEL/TLV 150 ppm; STEL 200 ppm; IDLH 1,700 ppm.
  • Use PPE, ensure ventilation, avoid ignition and oxidizers.

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