Octyl Butyrate

Octyl Butyrate

【CAS】110-39-4

Alias: Butanoicacid,octylester;n-Octyl butanoate;Octyl butanoate;

Molecular formula: C12H24O2   Relative molecular mass: 200.32

Formule structurelle :

 

1.Propriété du produit

Octyl butyrate is a chemical substance with a flavor similar to that of melon. It is used in the formulation of food flavors and cosmetic fragrances. It is almost insoluble in water but soluble in ethanol.

 

2.

ParamètresIndustrial GradeFood Grade (FEMA 2807)
Purity≥97.0%≥98.5%
ApparenceLiquide incoloreLiquide incolore
OdeurFruity, pear-likeSweet, tropical
Valeur acide≤1.0 mg KOH/g≤0.5 mg KOH/g
Indice de réfraction (20°C)1.425-1.4291.426-1.428
Densité (20°C)0.860-0.870 g/cm³0.862-0.868 g/cm³
Métaux lourds (Pb)≤5 ppm≤2 ppm

 

3. Champ d'application et utilisation

Octyl Butyrate is an ester compound with a strong fruity aroma. It is mainly used as a food flavoring agent (for blending the flavors of tropical fruits such as pear and pineapple, FEMA 2807), a cosmetic fragrance ingredient (for perfumes and skin care products), and an industrial solvent (for ink and paint). Its mild sweet fragrance and stability make it a commonly used raw material in the food and cosmetics industries.

 

4. l'emballage et le stockage

Octyl butyrate is packaged in 25kg HDPE plastic drums or aluminum drums. For food-grade products, nitrogen must be filled for protection. It should be stored in a cool, dark place (< 25℃), sealed tightly to prevent oxidation, and kept away from fire sources and strong acids. The shelf life is 24 months.