tert-Butyl acetate
Also known as: Acetic acid tert-butyl ester, t-Butyl acetate, tert-Butyl ethanoate, 1,1-dimethylethyl acetate, 2-Methyl-2-propanyl acetate, Acetic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, tert-Butylacetat, tert-Butylacetate, tert.-Butyl acetate
tert-Butyl acetate (CAS 540-88-5) 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 -62°C, a boiling point of 98 ºC, a density of 0.862 and a flash point of 15 ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 540-88-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1361996-0
- 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 | -62°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 98 ºC |
| Density | 0.862 |
| Flash Point | 15 ºC |
| Exact Mass | 116.083733 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.40 |
| Vapor Pressure | 40.6±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.385-1.387 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915390090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915390090. esters of acetic acid. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward). MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of tert-Butyl acetate?
The CAS number of tert-Butyl acetate is 540-88-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-Butyl acetate?
tert-Butyl acetate has molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.158 g/mol.
Is tert-Butyl acetate hazardous?
tert-Butyl acetate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of tert-Butyl acetate?
For tert-Butyl acetate, Upstream Products: Acetyl chloride, tert-Butanol, Pinacolone; Downstream Products: N-tert-butyl-2-methylbenzamide, H-Glu(OtBu)-OtBu·HCl, Silicon tetraacetate.
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