Butyl isobutyrate
异丁酸丁酯
Also known as: butyl 2-methylpropanoate, butyl isobutanoate, n-butyl isobutyrate, 2-methylpropanoic acid butyl ester, isobutyric acid, butyl ester
Butyl isobutyrate (CAS 97-87-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16O2 and a molecular weight of 144.21100 g/mol. It is also known as butyl 2-methylpropanoate, butyl isobutanoate and n-butyl isobutyrate. Key properties include a melting point of 143 - 144ºC, a boiling point of 155-156 °C(lit.), a density of 0.862 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 110 °F. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 97-87-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-33399-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H16O2
- Chinese Name
- 异丁酸丁酯
- Molecular Weight
- 144.21100 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 143 - 144ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 155-156 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 0.862 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 110 °F |
GHS Safety & Compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Butyl isobutyrate?
The CAS number of Butyl isobutyrate is 97-87-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyl isobutyrate?
Butyl isobutyrate has molecular formula C8H16O2 and molecular weight 144.21100 g/mol.
Is Butyl isobutyrate hazardous?
Butyl isobutyrate has GHS signal word Warning.
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