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n-Butyl acetate

CAS 123-86-4C6H12O2116.16 g/mol

Butyl acetate is the acetate ester of butanol. It has a role as a metabolite. It is functionally related to a butan-1-ol.

IUPAC: butyl acetate

n-Butyl acetate molecular structure

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Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical and chemical properties
Melting Point-108.2 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point259.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density0.875 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Solubility1 to 5 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)
Flash Point72 °F (NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure10 mmHg at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)
AppearanceButyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid with a fruity odor. Flash point 72 - 88 °F. Density 7.4 lb / gal (less than water). Hence floats on water. Vapors heavier than air.

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HS Code(s): 2915

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