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Butyl formate

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Butyl formate chemical structure
CAS number592-84-7
FormulaC5H10O2
Molar mass102.13 g/mol
InChIKeyNMJJFJNHVMGPGM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC namebutyl formate

About Butyl formate

Zemixal supplies Butyl formate within its pharma Intermediates & Building Blocks portfolio. Identity at a glance: CAS 592-84-7, formula C5H10O2 and molar mass 102.13 g/mol.

Use cases we see most often

  • Organic synthesis
  • API synthesis

Storage and safety notes

Classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225, H319 and H335. Read the SDS before first use.

Order it in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs or ask for a bulk quotation. Each lot travels with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Send an enquiry through the quote panel and you get a formal offer with Incoterms and delivery time.

Typical uses

  • Organic synthesis
  • API synthesis

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Butyl formate
Product nameButyl formate
Catalogue numberZX-046510
CAS number592-84-7
IUPAC namebutyl formate
Molecular formulaC5H10O2
Molar mass102.13 g/mol
Exact mass102.0681
XLogP31.4
H-bond donors / acceptors0 / 2
Topological polar surface area26.3 Ų
InChIKeyNMJJFJNHVMGPGM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCCCCOC=O
PubChem CID11614
Synonymsn-Butyl formate, Formic acid, butyl ester, n-Butyl methanoate, Butylester kyseliny mravenci, nButyl formate, nButyl methanoate, Butyl methanoate, Formic acid butyl ester, N-butylformate, Formic acid-butyl ester, n-Butyl formate [UN1128] [Flammable liquid]

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS02 Flammable
Flammable
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Danger

  • H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P337 + P317, P370 + P378, P403 + P233, P403 + P235, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Butyl formate
100 mgQuoted on request
250 mgQuoted on request
1 gQuoted on request
5 gQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Butyl formate

Which CAS number identifies Butyl formate?
Butyl formate is registered under CAS 592-84-7. You may also see it listed as n-Butyl formate, Formic acid, butyl ester, n-Butyl methanoate. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-046510.
What are the formula and molar mass of Butyl formate?
For Butyl formate, its formula is C5H10O2 and its molar mass is 102.13 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is butyl formate. InChIKey NMJJFJNHVMGPGM-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Butyl formate?
The grade and assay are confirmed on the quotation and the batch COA. Standard packs are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Butyl formate?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Butyl formate to my country?
Yes. Because Butyl formate is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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