Description
Ethyl butyrate
natural, ≥98%, FCC, FG
Synonym(s):
Butyric acid ethyl ester
Linear Formula:
CH3CH2CH2C(O)OC2H5
CAS Number:
105-54-4
Molecular Weight:
116.16
PROPERTIES
Quality Level
400,
grade
FG
Halal
Kosher
natural
Agency/Method
follows IFRA guidelines
meets purity specifications of JECFA
reg. compliance
EU Regulation 1223/2009
EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002
FCC
FDA 21 CFR 117
vapor density
4 (vs air)
vapor pressure
15.5 mmHg ( 25 °C)
assay
≥98%
autoignition temp.
865 °F
refractive index
n20/D 1.392 (lit.)
bp
120 °C (lit.)
mp
−93 °C (lit.)
density
0.875 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Documentation
see Safety & Documentation for available documents
Featured Industry
Flavors and Fragrances
Organoleptic
fruity; ethereal; pineapple; sweet
food allergen
no known allergens
fragrance allergen
no known allergens
General description
Ethyl butyrate is mainly used as a flavor ester for its pineapple-like flavor. It is one of the main volatile components identified in orange juices.