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sec-Butyl acetate

Also known as: 1-Methylpropyl acetate, 1-Methylpropyl ethanoate, Acetic Acid sec-Butyl Ester, Acetic acid 1-methylpropyl ester, DL-sec-Butyl acetate, sec-Butyl ethanoate, butan-2-yl acetate

sec-Butyl acetate (CAS 105-46-4) 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 −99 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 112.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 16.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly 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 Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
105-46-4
Jingsj CID
J-1492726-5
Molecular Formula
C6H12O2
Molecular Weight
116.158 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point−99 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point112.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point16.1±0.0 °C
Exact Mass116.083733
PSA26.30000
LogP1.59
Additional Property4 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure21.6±0.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.396
Additional Property3 g/100 mL (20 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915390090
Summary2915390090. 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 sec-Butyl acetate?

The CAS number of sec-Butyl acetate is 105-46-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of sec-Butyl acetate?

sec-Butyl acetate has molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.158 g/mol.

Is sec-Butyl acetate hazardous?

sec-Butyl acetate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of sec-Butyl acetate?

For sec-Butyl acetate, Upstream Products: 2-Butanol, 2-Chlorobutane, 1-Ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate; Downstream Products: 1-Butene, cis-2-butene, 2-butene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "sec-Butyl acetate (CAS 105-46-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1492726-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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