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Isopropyl acetate

IUPAC: propan-2-yl acetate

C5H10O2 Solvents CAS 108-21-4
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Formula / NotationC5H10O2
CAS Number108-21-4
Molecular Weight102.13
Melting Point-100.1 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point190 to 196 °F at 743.3 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density0.874 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Solubility1 to 10 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)
AppearanceIsopropyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid. Flash point 40 °F. Vapors are heavier than air. Contact with the material may irritate skin, eyes or mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingest...
Also Known Aspropan-2-yl acetate; 108-21-4; 2-Propyl acetate; 2-Acetoxypropane; Acetic acid, 1-methylethyl ester; Isopropyl ethanoate; Isopropylacetat; Paracetat; Isopropylacetaat; Acetic Acid, isopropyl ester
CategorySolvents

What is Isopropyl acetate?

Isopropyl acetate (C5H10O2) is a solvent that appears as Isopropyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid. Flash point 40 °F. Vapors are heavier than air. Contact with the material may irritate skin, eyes or mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingest.... It has a molecular weight of 102.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is propan-2-yl acetate. Boiling point: 190 to 196 °F at 743.3 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: -100.1 °F (NTP, 1992).

Formula & Notation

C5H10O2

IUPAC Name: propan-2-yl acetate

Other Names / Synonyms: propan-2-yl acetate; 108-21-4; 2-Propyl acetate; 2-Acetoxypropane; Acetic acid, 1-methylethyl ester; Isopropyl ethanoate; Isopropylacetat; Paracetat; Isopropylacetaat; Acetic Acid, isopropyl ester

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Isopropyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid. Flash point 40 °F. Vapors are heavier than air. Contact with the material may irritate skin, eyes or mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingest.... Molecular formula: C5H10O2. Molecular weight: 102.13 g/mol. Boiling point: 190 to 196 °F at 743.3 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: -100.1 °F (NTP, 1992). Density: 0.874 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float. Solubility: 1 to 10 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992). Vapor pressure: 1 mmHg at -36.9 °F ; 100 mmHg at 96.3 °F; 760 mmHg at 192.2 °F (NTP, 1992). LogP: 0.9.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point-100.1 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point190 to 196 °F at 743.3 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density0.874 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Molecular Weight102.13
Solubility1 to 10 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)
AppearanceIsopropyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid. Flash point 40 °F. Vapors are heavier than air. Contact with the material may irritate skin, eyes or mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingest...

Uses & Applications

Used as a reaction solvent in organic synthesis, extraction solvent, cleaning agent, or in pharmaceutical manufacture.

Safety Information

Flammable solvent. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use in well-ventilated area or fume hood. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Isopropyl acetate
Formula C5H10O2
CAS Number 108-21-4
Molecular Weight 102.13
Category Solvents
Synonyms propan-2-yl acetate; 108-21-4; 2-Propyl acetate; 2-Acetoxypropane; Acetic acid, 1-methylethyl ester; Isopropyl ethanoate; Isopropylacetat; Paracetat; Isopropylacetaat; Acetic Acid, isopropyl ester

Frequently Asked Questions

Isopropyl acetate (C5H10O2) is a solvent that appears as Isopropyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid. Flash point 40 °F. Vapors are heavier than air. Contact with the material may irritate skin, eyes or mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingest.... It has a molecular weight of 102.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is propan-2-yl acetate. Boiling point: 190 to 196 °F at 743.3 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: -100.1 °F (NTP, 1992).

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