N-butyl Acetate
N-butyl Acetate
Other Name :Butyl acetate, Acetic acid n-butyl ester, N-butyl ester, Acetic acid
Molecular Formula :C6H12O2 or CH3COO(CH2)3CH3
CAS :123-86-4
UN :1123
Density :0.88 g/cm³
Description
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.
Application
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.
Molecular Formula
C6H12O2 or CH3COO(CH2)3CH3
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