Ethyl sorbate
Also known as: Ethyl (2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate, Ethyl (2E,4E)-2,4-hexadienoate, Ethyl trans,trans-2,4-hexadienoate, 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, ethyl ester, Sorbic acid ethyl ester, FEMA 2459, Ethyl 2,4-hexadienoate, Ethyl hexa-2,4-dienoate, Ethyl denate, Ethyl hexadienoate, HEXA-2,4-DIENOIC ACID ETHYL ESTER
Ethyl sorbate (CAS 2396-84-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H12O2 and a molecular weight of 140.180 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 0ºC, a boiling point of 195.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 69.4±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2396-84-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-12396-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 140.180 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 0ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 195.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 69.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 140.083725 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.39 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.4±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.454 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916190090 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。general tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethyl sorbate?
The CAS number of Ethyl sorbate is 2396-84-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl sorbate?
Ethyl sorbate has molecular formula C8H12O2 and molecular weight 140.180 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl sorbate?
For Ethyl sorbate, Upstream Products: Ethyl 2-hexynoate, Sorbic acid, Ethanol; Downstream Products: (E)-3-Hexen-1-ol, (E)-4-Hexen-1-ol, 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural.
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