Butyl valerate
戊酸丁酯
Also known as: Butyl pentanoate, Pentanoic acid butyl ester, Valeric acid butyl ester, n-Butyl valerate, n-Butyl pentanoate, Butyl valerianate, MFCD00015258, EINECS 209-728-5, Pentanoicacid,butylester, n-Butyl-n-valerate
Butyl valerate (CAS 591-68-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H18O2 and a molecular weight of 158.23800 g/mol. It is also known as Butyl pentanoate, Pentanoic acid butyl ester and Valeric acid butyl ester. Key properties include a melting point of -92.8ºC, a boiling point of 186-187 °C(lit.), a density of 0.868 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 152 °F. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 591-68-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-12439-9
- Molecular Formula
- C9H18O2
- Chinese Name
- 戊酸丁酯
- Molecular Weight
- 158.23800 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -92.8ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 186-187 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 0.868 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 152 °F |
GHS Safety & Compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Butyl valerate?
The CAS number of Butyl valerate is 591-68-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyl valerate?
Butyl valerate has molecular formula C9H18O2 and molecular weight 158.23800 g/mol.
Is Butyl valerate hazardous?
Butyl valerate has GHS signal word Warning.
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