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Isobutyl Acetate

Isobutyl Acetate
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Synonyms: 2-Methylpropyl Ethanoate, Acetic Acid,Isobutyl Ester
Chemical Formula: C6H12O2
CAS Number: 110-19-0
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Isobutyl Acetate

Introduction

Isobutyl acetate is an organic compound. It is a colorless, transparent liquid with a fruity odor. It is slightly soluble in water and miscible with ethanol and diethyl ether. It is mainly used as a solvent for nitrocellulose lacquers and varnishes, and can also be used in flavor and fragrance compounding.

Characteristics

Molar Weight 116.16g/mol
Melting Point −99 °C
Boiling Point 118 °C
Flash Point 17.7 °C
Density 0.873g/m3
Forms Liquid (clear)

Product Grades

Industrial Grade

Purity is typically ≥98.0% or 99.0%. Mainly used in industrial applications such as nitrocellulose lacquers, varnish solvents, and plastic printing paste thinners.

Food Grade

Strict limits on impurities such as heavy metals and arsenic. Purity is generally ≥99%. Used in compounding edible flavors such as banana and pear.

Reagent Grade

Common purities are 98% (CP, Chemical Pure) or 99.5% (AR, Analytical Reagent). Used in laboratory analysis, pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis, and other high-precision applications.

Standard stock items are of industrial grade. For special grade orders, please contact us for complete documentation. 

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Fragrances
  • Food Additive
  • Cleaning Products
  • Household Industrial
  • Personal Care
  • Cosmetic Products
  • Paint and Coatings

Industries

2-Methylpropyl Ethanoate Used in the Coating Industry

2-Methylpropyl ethanoate is used as a primary thinner and solvent for nitrocellulose paints, perchlorovinyl paints, and varnishes. It is also used in the dilution of acrylic paints, polyurethane paints, and plastic printing pastes, with significant demand in automotive coating and furniture manufacturing.

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Acetic Acid Isobutyl Ester Used in the Food Industry

Acetic Acid, Isobutyl Ester has a mild fruity odor reminiscent of pear and raspberry. It is widely used in formulating flavors such as banana, pineapple, strawberry, cream, and rose types.

2-Methylpropyl Ethanoate Used in the Pharmaceutical Industry

2-Methylpropyl ethanoate is used in the pharmaceutical industry as an extraction agent and dehydrating agent, and participates in organic synthesis reactions such as the Claisen ester condensation.

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Isobutyl Acetate Used in the Cosmetic Industry

● Solvent Function: Miscible with ethanol and ether, slightly soluble in water; dissolves resins, oils, and active ingredients. Used in nail polishes, removers, and leave-on cosmetics.

● Fragrance Compounding: Features ripe fruit notes (pear, pineapple, raspberry). Masks base odors or adds fresh fruity scent, but not typically used as the main fragrance in large amounts.

Acetic Acid Isobutyl Ester Used in the Pesticide Industry

Acetic acid, isobutyl ester has a wide range of applications in the pesticide industry. It can be used as a pesticide adjuvant to improve efficacy and stability.

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Isobutyl Acetate Used in the Plastic Industry

Isobutyl acetate can be used as a plastic additive to improve the processability and mechanical properties of plastics.

Isobutyl Acetate Used in the Polymer Industry

Many solvent-based adhesives, especially rubber-based and resin-based adhesives, use isobutyl acetate as a solvent.

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