| Formula / Notation | C5H10O2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 109-60-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 102.13 |
| Melting Point | -139 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 214.9 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.886 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | 2 % (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | N-propyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. Flash point 58 °F. Less dense than water, Vapors are heavier than air. |
| Also Known As | 109-60-4; N-PROPYL ACETATE; Acetic acid, propyl ester; Propyl ethanoate; 1-Acetoxypropane; 1-Propyl acetate; Octan propylu; Acetic acid n-propyl ester; Propylacetate; Acetate de propyle normal |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Propyl acetate?
Propyl acetate is an acetate ester obtained by the formal condensation of acetic acid with propanol. It has a role as a fragrance and a plant metabolite. It is functionally related to a propan-1-ol.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: propyl acetate
Other Names / Synonyms: 109-60-4; N-PROPYL ACETATE; Acetic acid, propyl ester; Propyl ethanoate; 1-Acetoxypropane; 1-Propyl acetate; Octan propylu; Acetic acid n-propyl ester; Propylacetate; Acetate de propyle normal
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -139 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 214.9 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.886 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 102.13 |
| Solubility | 2 % (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | N-propyl acetate appears as a clear colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. Flash point 58 °F. Less dense than water, Vapors are heavier than air. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Propyl acetate is an acetate ester obtained by the formal condensation of acetic acid with propanol. It has a role as a fragrance and a plant metabolite. It is functionally related to a propan-1-ol.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Propyl acetate is: C5H10O2