ethyl butyrate
Also known as: ethyl butanoate, butyric acid ethyl ester, ethyl n-butyrate, butanoic acid ethyl ester, n-ethyl butyrate, butyric acid ethyl ester
ethyl butyrate (CAS 105-54-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12O2 and a molecular weight of 116.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -93.3 °C, a boiling point of 122.4±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 19.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 105-54-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1061665-6
- Molecular Formula
- C6H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 116.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -93.3 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 122.4±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 19.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 116.083733 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.77 |
| Additional Property | 4 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 13.9±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.398 |
| Additional Property | practically insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915600000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915600000 butanoic acids and pentanoic acids and their salts and esters VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of ethyl butyrate?
The CAS number of ethyl butyrate is 105-54-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of ethyl butyrate?
ethyl butyrate has molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.158 g/mol.
Is ethyl butyrate hazardous?
ethyl butyrate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of ethyl butyrate?
For ethyl butyrate, Upstream Products: Ethyl 4-bromobutyrate, Diethyl ethylmalonate, Ethyl 2-butenoate; Downstream Products: N-Benzylbutyramide, Ethyl 4-chlorobutyrate, Ethyl 2-chlorobutyrate.
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