Butyl formate
Also known as: n-Butyl formate, Butyl methanoate, Formic acid butyl ester, Formic acid, butyl ester, 1-butyl formate, n-butylmethanoate, MFCD00003296, EINECS 209-772-5, FEMA No. 2196
Butyl formate (CAS 592-84-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H10O2 and a molecular weight of 102.132 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -91 °C, a boiling point of 107.8±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 13.9±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 592-84-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-33997-9
- Molecular Formula
- C5H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 102.132 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -91 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 107.8±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 13.9±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 102.068077 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.36 |
| Vapor Pressure | 26.6±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.389 |
| Additional Property | SLIGHTLY SOLUBLE |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29151300 |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Butyl formate?
The CAS number of Butyl formate is 592-84-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyl formate?
Butyl formate has molecular formula C5H10O2 and molecular weight 102.132 g/mol.
Is Butyl formate hazardous?
Butyl formate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Butyl formate?
For Butyl formate, Upstream Products: 1-Chlorobutane, Carbon dioxide, Formic Acid; Downstream Products: Dibutyl maleate, Monobutyl maleate, 4-Amino-4H-1,2,4-triazole-3-thiol.
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