ACETIC ACID 2-ISOPROPYL-5-METHYLHEXYL ESTER

CAS NO.：40853-55-2
Empirical Formula: C12H24O2
Molecular Weight: 200.32
MDL number: MFCD00129077
EINECS: 255-112-4
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-07-01 09:17:04

What is ACETIC ACID 2-ISOPROPYL-5-METHYLHEXYL ESTER?

The Uses of ACETIC ACID 2-ISOPROPYL-5-METHYLHEXYL ESTER

This ester has had use in perfumery as a modifier for Linalyl acetate in Lavender, Lavandin, Bergamot and other compositions. It became available at a time of very high cost of Linalyl acetate and almost non-existence of other Lavender esters.

Preparation

by Acetylation of Tetrahydrolavandulol. This alcohol is a primary alcohol and therefore esterified much safer than Linalool.

Properties of ACETIC ACID 2-ISOPROPYL-5-METHYLHEXYL ESTER

Boiling point:	220 °C
Density	0.87
refractive index	1.4260-1.4280
solubility	Practically insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils
form	liquid
Specific Gravity	0.87
color	Colorless
Odor	Sweet, fruity -herbaceous odor

Safety information for ACETIC ACID 2-ISOPROPYL-5-METHYLHEXYL ESTER

Signal word	Warning
GHS Hazard Statements	H227:Flammable liquids
Precautionary Statement Codes	P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P370+P378:In case of fire: Use … for extinction. P403+P235:Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P501:Dispose of contents/container to..…