2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE Property

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

LogP

2.158 (est)

EPA Substance Registry System

Acetic acid, sec-pentyl ester (53496-15-4)

Safety

Risk Statements 

10-66

Safety Statements 

23-25-16

RIDADR 

UN 1104 3/PG 3

WGK Germany 

1

RTECS 

EL5466666

HazardClass 

3.2

PackingGroup 

III

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapour

2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

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.

Uses

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.

Preparation

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

Definition

ChEBI: 2-Pentanol acetate is a carboxylic ester.

General Description

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