Butyl acetate
Synonyms
Acetic acid, butyl ester;
n-Butyl acetate;
FEMA No. 2174;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 123-86-4
EINECS: 204-658-1
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2
Molecular Weight: 116.16
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), colorless to pale yellow liquid.
Odor strong floral aroma.
Solubility soluble in water. Soluble in ethanol.
Physical - chemical properties
|
Water solubility, g/L |
8.33 (25°C)[1] |
Stability stable. Under strong acid or strong alkali condition, easily hydrolyzed.
Risk Liquid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
cat inhalation LCLo |
68000mg/m3/72M[2] |
|
guinea pig inhalation LCLo |
67000mg/m3/4H[2] |
|
guinea pig oral LD50 |
4700mg/kg[2] |
|
guinea pig intramuscular LDLo |
2648mg/kg[2] |
|
guinea pig intraperitoneal LDLo |
1500mg/kg[2] |
|
mouse inhalation LC50 |
6000mg/m3/2H[2] |
|
mouse intraperitoneal LD50 |
1230mg/kg[2] |
|
mouse oral LD50 |
6000mg/kg[2] |
|
rabbit oral LD50 |
3200mg/kg[2] |
|
rabbit skin LD50 |
> 17600mg/kg[2] |
|
rat inhalation LC50 |
390ppm/4H[2] |
|
rat oral LD50 |
10768mg/kg[2] |
Reproductive effect (Negative)[1].
Human Toxicity
Table 2 Human toxicity values
|
human inhalation TDLo |
200ppm[2] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent cleansing, dispersing, solubilizing, masking abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Product standards
(1), Chinese standards
(1a), GB/T 3729 n-Butyl acetate for industrial use
(1b), GB 28325 Food safety national standard -- Food additive -- Butyl acetate
(1c), HG/T 3498 Chemical reagent -- n-Butyl acetate
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as solvent.
Use as cleansing agent.
Use as perfume.
2, Personal care products
Solvent, masking agent in personal care products.
3, Food
Use as food additive (perfume).
4, Industrial cleaning
Cleansing agent, paint remover in industrial cleaning.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: HSDB. 123-86-4, n-Butyl acetate
[2]: ChemIDplus. 123-86-4, n-Butyl acetate
Update: 20141024(1); 20200517(2);