Isobutyl isobutyrate
Also known as: 2-Methylpropyl isobutyrate, 2-methylpropyl 2-methylpropanoate, Isobutyl 2-methylpropanoate, Isobutyl isobutanoate, Isobutyric acid, isobutyl ester, Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-methylpropyl ester, IBIB, femanumber2189
Isobutyl isobutyrate (CAS 97-85-8) 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 144.211 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −81 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 144.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 37.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — 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.
- 97-85-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-5412-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H16O2
- Molecular Weight
- 144.211 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −81 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 144.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 37.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 144.115036 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.47 |
| Vapor Pressure | 5.1±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.410 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% 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 Isobutyl isobutyrate?
The CAS number of Isobutyl isobutyrate is 97-85-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Isobutyl isobutyrate?
Isobutyl isobutyrate has molecular formula C8H16O2 and molecular weight 144.211 g/mol.
Is Isobutyl isobutyrate hazardous?
Isobutyl isobutyrate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Isobutyl isobutyrate?
For Isobutyl isobutyrate, Upstream Products: Isobutyraldehyde, 2-Methyl-1-propanol, Propane Residual Solvent Standard; Downstream Products: 3-Methyl-2-butanone, 2-Methyl-1-propanol, Isobutyraldehyde.
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