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4-Iodobutyl acetate

Also known as: 1-Acetoxy-4-iodobutane, 4-iodo-1-butanol acetate, Acetic acid 4-iodobutyl ester, 4-ACETOXY-BUTAN-1-IODIDE, 4-Iodobutylacetate, 1-Butanol, 4-iodo-, 1-acetate, MFCD00010664

4-Iodobutyl acetate (CAS 40596-44-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H11IO2 and a molecular weight of 242.05500 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 94-95 °C5.5 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.61 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 90.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
40596-44-9
Jingsj CID
J-37083-2
Molecular Formula
C6H11IO2
Molecular Weight
242.05500 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point94-95 °C5.5 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.61 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point90.6 °C
Exact Mass241.98000
PSA26.30000
LogP1.76470
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.497(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory 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 4-Iodobutyl acetate?

The CAS number of 4-Iodobutyl acetate is 40596-44-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Iodobutyl acetate?

4-Iodobutyl acetate has molecular formula C6H11IO2 and molecular weight 242.05500 g/mol.

Is 4-Iodobutyl acetate hazardous?

4-Iodobutyl acetate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Iodobutyl acetate?

For 4-Iodobutyl acetate, Upstream Products: Tetrahydrofuran, Acetyl chloride, Acetyl iodide; Downstream Products: 6-Hepten-1-yl acetate, 7-phenylheptan-1-ol, n-propylbenzene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Iodobutyl acetate (CAS 40596-44-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-37083-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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