Product Description

Productbutyl hexanoate
CAS626-82-4
FormulaC10H20O2
SynonymButylhexanoat, Hexanoic acid, butyl ester, Butyl Hexanoate, Butyl Caproate

Typical Product Specifications

Assay99.00 to 100.00 %
Boiling Point61.00 to 62.00 ยฐC. @ 3.00 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure0.211000 mm/Hg @ 25.00 ยฐC
Flash Point175.00 ยฐF. TCC
logP (o/w)3.81
Shelf Life24 month(s) or longer if stored properly
OdorFruity, pineapple, waxy, green, juicy, apple
Specific gravity0.85700 to 0.86700 @ 25.00 ยฐC
Boiling Point207.00 to 208.00 ยฐC. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Vapor Density5.9
Storagestore in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light
Odor Typefruity
Appearancecolorless clear liquid
Pounds/Gallon7.131 to 7.214
Refractive Index1.41300 to 1.42100 @ 20.00 ยฐC
Melting Point-64.00 to -63.00 ยฐC. @ 760.00 mm Hg
TasteFruity, pineapple, green, waxy, tutti-frutti, juicy with a slight fermented fruit note
Storagestore in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light
Molecular weight172.27
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

FEMA# 2201

This product is somewhat soapy, and has a pineapple like aroma. 

Use: PERFUMING

ClassFlavor and Fragrance Chemical Compounds, Chemical Intermediates, Organic Intermediates and Compounds
FunctionChemical Intermediate, Fragrance, Flavor
IndustryFood Chemicals, Flavor & Fragrance, Organics, Flavor, Fragrance
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