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butyl propanoate

Also known as: Butyl propionate, Propanoic acid butyl ester, Propionic acid butyl ester, n-Butyl propionate, n-Butyl propanoate, Propionic acid n-butyl ester

butyl propanoate (CAS 590-01-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H14O2 and a molecular weight of 130.185 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -75 °C, a boiling point of 146.1±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 38.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
590-01-2
Jingsj CID
J-1324134-4
Molecular Formula
C7H14O2
Molecular Weight
130.185 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-75 °C
Boiling Point146.1±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point38.3±0.0 °C
Exact Mass130.099380
PSA26.30000
LogP2.30
Additional Property4.5 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure4.7±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.406
Additional Property0.2 g/100 mL (20 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

FlammableSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of butyl propanoate?

The CAS number of butyl propanoate is 590-01-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of butyl propanoate?

butyl propanoate has molecular formula C7H14O2 and molecular weight 130.185 g/mol.

Is butyl propanoate hazardous?

butyl propanoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour.

What are the upstream and downstream products of butyl propanoate?

For butyl propanoate, Upstream Products: Butyl acrylate, Formaldehyde, Propionyl chloride; Downstream Products: Butyl 2-bromopropionate, Dibutylamine, Butylamine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "butyl propanoate (CAS 590-01-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1324134-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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