N-butyl Acetate
It is used as a synthetic fruit flavoring in foods such as candy, ice cream, cheeses, and baked goods. Butyl acetate is often used as a high-boiling solvent of moderate polarity. It is also used as a solvent in nail polish along with ethyl acetate.
Other Names:Butyl Ethanoate, N-butyl Ester
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2 or CH3COO(CH2)3CH3
CAS:123-86-4
UN:1123
Appearance:colorless liquid with a fruity odor
Density:0.88 g/cm³
Boiling point:126 °C
Melting point:−78 °C
Flash point:22 °C
Product Introduction:
N-Butyl acetate, also known as butyl ethanoate, is an ester that is a colorless, flammable liquid at room temperature. It is found in many types of fruit, where along with other chemicals, it imparts characteristic flavors and has a sweet smell of banana or apple.