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2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE

Synonym(s):1-Methylbutyl acetate;2-Pentyl acetat;sec.-Pentyl acetat

  • CAS NO.:53496-15-4
  • Empirical Formula: C7H14O2
  • Molecular Weight: 130.18
  • MDL number: MFCD00027906
  • EINECS: 633-402-5
  • SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
  • Update Date: 2024-12-18 13:37:16
2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE Structural

What is 2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE?

Chemical properties

2-Pentyl Acetate is a clear liquid that is soluble in water and alcohol and used as a flavoring and fragrance agent. It has a strong nutty, banana odor and a nutty, tropical taste. It finds application in foods requiring banana, herbal, hazelnut, peanut, orange, and wine flavors and fragrances.

The Uses of 2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE

It is used as a solvent for nitrocellulose & ethyl cellulose, celluloid products, cements, coated paper, lacquers, leather finishes, nail enamels, plastic wood, textile sizing & printing compounds. It is also used in the manufacture of artificial leather, linoleum, and washable wallpaper.

Definition

ChEBI: 2-Pentanol acetate is a carboxylic ester.

Preparation

Esterification of sec-amyl alcohol with acetic acid or acetylation of secondary amyl alcohols (pentanol-2 and pentanol-3).

General Description

Sec-amyl acetate is a colorless to yellow watery liquid with a weak odor of bananas. Floats on water. Produces irritating vapor.

Properties of 2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE

Melting point: -74.65°C (estimate)
Boiling point: 138 °C741 mm Hg(lit.)
Density  0.876 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index  n20/D 1.401(lit.)
Flash point: 95 °F
Water Solubility  1.896g/L(20 ºC)
JECFA Number 1146
EPA Substance Registry System Acetic acid, sec-pentyl ester (53496-15-4)

Safety information for 2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE

Computed Descriptors for 2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE

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