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Isobutyl acetate, 98%
Description
Isobutyl acetate is used as a solvent for lacquer, thinners, sealants, perfumes and nitrocellulose. Further, it is used as a flavoring agent.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Isobutyl acetate is used as a solvent for lacquer, thinners, sealants, perfumes and nitrocellulose. Further, it is used as a flavoring agent.
Solubility
Miscible with ethanol, ether, methanol and acetone. Slightly miscible with water and carbon tetrachloride.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -99°C |
Density | 0.87 |
Boiling Point | 116°C to 117°C |
Flash Point | 18°C (64°F) |
Odor | Fruit-like |
Assay Percent Range | 98% |
Refractive Index | 1.3895 |
Quantity | 250 mL |
UN Number | UN1213 |
Beilstein | 1741909 |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H225-H336 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. |
Precautionary Statement | P210-P233-P235-P240-P241-P242-P243-P261-P271-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P312-P370+P378q-P501c |
DOTInformation | Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: II; Proper Shipping Name: ISOBUTYL ACETATE |
EINECSNumber | 203-745-1 |
RTECSNumber | AI4022500 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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