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  • Isobutyl formate  542-55-2
Name:Isobutyl formate 542-55-2
CAS No:542-55-2

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION


Description

Isobutyl formate (2-methylpropyl methanoate) is an organic ester with the chemical formula C5H10O2. It is formed by diluting isobutanol with formic acid; sulfuric acid can serve as a catalyst. It is used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient because of its odor which is sweet, ethereal, and slightly fruity.

Basic Info

Chemical Name Isobutyl formate
Synonyms

2-methylpropyl formate;Formic acid, 2-methylpropyl ester;

CAS No. 542-55-2
Molecular Formula C5H10O2
Molecular Weight 102.13200
PSA 26.30000
LogP 1.45130

Numbering system

UNII 6OCL1KXH0Q

Properties

Appearance & Physical State COLORLESS LIQUID
Density 0.885
Boiling Point 98ºC
Melting Point -96ºC
Flash Point 10ºC
Refractive Index 1.386
Storage Condition Flammables area
Vapor Density 3.52 (vs air)

Safety Info

RTECS LQ8650000
Hazard Class 3.1
Safety Statements S16-S24-S33-S9
HS Code 2915120000
Packing Group II
WGK Germany 2
RIDADR UN 2393 3
Risk Statements R11; R36/37
Hazard Codes F; Xi

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