Molecular Formula | C8H14O2 |
Molar Mass | 142.2 |
Density | 0.89g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 171°C(lit.) |
Flash Point | 131°F |
JECFA Number | 1206 |
Vapor Presure | 1.79mmHg at 25°C |
Appearance | clear liquid |
Specific Gravity | 0.89 |
Color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.428(lit.) |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless liquid. Has a strong aroma of fruit and a flavor of jam. Soluble in ethanol, propylene glycol and most non-volatile oils, slightly soluble in water. |
Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
Risk Codes | R10 - Flammable R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. |
UN IDs | UN 3272 3/PG 3 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
Hazard Class | 3 |
Packing Group | III |
FEMA | 3432 | ISOBUTYL 2-BUTENOATE |
NIST chemical information | Information provided by: webbook.nist.gov (external link) |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
content analysis | gas chromatography analysis with polar column according to GT-10-4. |
toxicity | GRAS(FEMA). |
usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): soft drink 3.0 cold drink 3.0; Candy 5.0; Baked food 5.0; Pudding 3.0; Gum candy 25; Dairy 3.0; Pickled food 3.0. |
use | spices. Mainly used to prepare raspberry, blueberry and grape flavors. |
Production method | It is made by heating esterification of 2-butenoic acid and isobutanol in the presence of sulfuric acid. |