Butyl Acetate
Butyl Ethanoate, n-Butyl Acetate
- CAS
- 123-86-4
- EC
- 204-658-1
- Sectors
- Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants & Elastomers, Printing & Packaging, Personal Care & Cosmetics
Butyl Acetate (CAS 123-86-4) is a clear, flammable ester solvent with a fruity odor, offering strong solvency for resins, polymers, and coatings with a moderate evaporation rate, and it is used in paints, lacquers, adhesives, inks, and as a solvent and flavoring agent in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C6H12O2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 116.16 g/mol |
| Form | Liquid |
| Color | ≤10(APHA) |
| Odor | Characteristic; agreeable fruity (in low concentrations); non residual. |
| Melting point | -78 °C |
| Boiling point | 126.1 °C |
| Density | 0.8826 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C |
| Water solubility | 0.7 g/100 mL (20 °C) |
| Flash point | 74 °F |
| pH | 6.2 (5.3g/l, H2O, 20°C)(External MSDS) |
| GHS signal word | Danger · Flammable, Acute toxicity, Irritant / harmful, Health hazard |
| HS code | 29153300 |
| Grades available | Technical Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Butyl Acetate
Applications
Used in paints, lacquers, adhesives, and inks for its balance of solvency and evaporation. In cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, it functions as a flavoring agent and solvent.
Safety & Risks
Highly flammable; vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Prolonged exposure can cause dizziness. Handle with adequate ventilation and antistatic precautions.
Packaging
Supplied in 180–200 kg steel drums or ISO tanks. Store in cool, ventilated areas away from heat and ignition sources.