Butyl Acetate:
IUPAC Name: Butyl Ethanoate
HS Code: 29153300
Formula: C6H12O2
Appearance: Colourless Liquid with Characteristic Odour
CAS No: 123-86-4
Common Names: n-Butyl Acetate
Normal butyl acetate (also known as n-butyl acetate) is a chemical compound with a molecular formula of C6H12O2. It is commonly used as a solvent in the production of lacquers,
inks, and adhesives. This product is a colorless liquid that has a fruity banana odor. This product is highly flammable with a flashpoint of 24° C and a flammability rating of 3. It is highly miscible with all common organic solvents (alcohols, ketones, glycols, esters) but has only slight miscibility in water.
| Test Description | Specification Limits (Min) | Specification Limits (Max) | Unit Of Measure | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| n-Butyl Acetate | 99 | %(w/w) | Gas Chromatography | |
| Water | 0.03 | %(w/w) | DIN 51777/ ASTM D1744 | |
| Residue on evaporation | 5 | mg/100 ml | ||
| Colour (APHA) | 10 | Mg Pt/l | DIN ISO 6271/ ASTM D 1209 | |
| Physical & Chemical Properties | ||||
| Molar Mass | 116. 16 | 116. 16 | g/mol | |
| Relative density 20/20°C | 0.879 | 0.882 | ||
| Boiling range at 1013 hPa | ca.124 | 128 | °C | |
| Viscosity at 20 °C | 0.74 | mPas |