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isopropyl butyrate

Also known as: 1-Methylethyl butanoate, 2-propyl butanoate, Butanoic acid, 1-methylethyl ester, Buttersaeure-isopropylester, Butyric acid, isopropyl ester, Isopropyl butanoate, Isopropyl n-butyrate, N-BUTYRIC ACID ISOPROPYL ESTER, PROPYL ISO, BUTANOATE, propan-2-yl butanoate, i-propyl butyrate, methylethyl butanoate, n-C3H7C(O)OCH(CH3)2

isopropyl butyrate (CAS 638-11-9) 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 130.18500 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 130-131 °C(lit.), a density of 0.859 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 30.0 °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 Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
638-11-9
Jingsj CID
J-1337424-8
Molecular Formula
C7H14O2
Molecular Weight
130.18500 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point130-131 °C(lit.)
Density0.859 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point30.0 °C
Exact Mass130.09900
PSA26.30000
LogP1.73810
Vapor Pressure6 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.393(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of isopropyl butyrate?

The CAS number of isopropyl butyrate is 638-11-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of isopropyl butyrate?

isopropyl butyrate has molecular formula C7H14O2 and molecular weight 130.18500 g/mol.

Is isopropyl butyrate hazardous?

isopropyl 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 isopropyl butyrate?

For isopropyl butyrate, Upstream Products: Diketene, Isopropanol, Butyric acid; Downstream Products: (R)-(+)-1-Phenyl-1-propanol, (S)-(-)-1-Phenyl-1-propanol, 1-Phenylethanol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "isopropyl butyrate (CAS 638-11-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1337424-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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