| Name | 2-ethylbutyl acetate |
| Synonyms | FEMA 2425 2-ethylbutyl acetate 2-ETHYLBUTYL ACETATE beta-Ethylbutyl acetate Acetic acid ethylbutyl ester ACETIC ACID 2-ETHYLBUTYL ESTER Acetic acid, 2-ethylbutyl ester |
| CAS | 10031-87-5 |
| EINECS | 233-095-4 |
| InChI | InChI=1/C8H16O2/c1-4-8(5-2)6-10-7(3)9/h8H,4-6H2,1-3H3 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H16O2 |
| Molar Mass | 144.21 |
| Density | 0.876 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| Melting Point | -80.9°C (estimate) |
| Boling Point | 160 °C/740 mmHg (lit.) |
| Flash Point | 127°F |
| JECFA Number | 140 |
| Vapor Presure | 2.16mmHg at 25°C |
| Appearance | clear liquid |
| Specific Gravity | 0.876 |
| Color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
| BRN | 1746228 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.41(lit.) |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Liquid. Boiling point of 160~163 degrees C (2666Pa). Looking at the fruit aroma, there is a weak Ester aroma. |
| Risk Codes | R10 - Flammable R52/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
| Safety Description | S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets. |
| UN IDs | UN 1177 3/PG 3 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| Hazard Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | III |
| FEMA | 2425 | 2-ETHYLBUTYL ACETATE |
| EPA chemical substance information | information provided by: ofmpeb.epa.gov (external link) |
| Use | food flavor. Mainly used for the preparation of fruit flavor. |
| production method | results from the reaction of 2-ethylbutanol with acetic anhydride or acetic acid in the presence of sulfuric acid. |
| category | combustible articles |
| stimulation data | Skin-rabbit 500 mg/24 h moderate |
| flammability hazard characteristics | flammable in open flame, high temperature, strong oxidant; combustion emissions |
| storage and transportation characteristics | The package is complete, light, light; The warehouse is ventilated, away from open flame, high temperature, separate from oxidant |
| fire extinguishing agent | foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder, sand |