Isopropyl Acetate CAS 108-21-4

EC Index NO.

607-024-00-6

EC NO.

203-561-1

M. F.

C₅H₁₀O₂

Chemical Formula 

CH₃COOCH(CH₃)₂

M.W.

102.13 g/mol

HS Code

2915 39 00

Application

Application

Isopropyl Acetate, also known as propyl ethanoate, is a chemical compound used as a solvent and an example of an ester. This clear, colorless liquid is known by its characteristic odor of pears. Due to this fact, it is commonly used in fragrances and as a flavor additive.

Biophysical-chemical information

Boiling Point

88 - 90 °C (1013 hPa)

Density

0.87 g/cm3 (20 °C)

Explosion Limits

1.8 - 8 %(V)

Flash Point

4 °C

Fire Point

460 °C

Melting Point

-73 °C

Steam Pressure

61 hPa (20 °C)

Solubility

31 g/l