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Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate

SKU 90037262 CAS 7452-79-1 Available on enquiry

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Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate is a clear, colorless liquid ester used primarily as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient due to its fruity, apple-like aroma. This chemical is identified by CAS number 7452-79-1 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90037262
CAS Number: 7452-79-1
IUPAC Name: ethyl 2-methylbutanoate
EC Number: 231-225-4
Exact Mass: 130.0994
SMILES: CCC(C)C(=O)OCC
InChIKey: HCRBXQFHJMCTLF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C7H14O2/c1-4-6(3)7(8)9-5-2/h6H,4-5H2,1-3H3
PubChem CID: 24020

Synonyms

2-Methyl-ethyl ester(.+-.)-Butanoic acid
2-Methylbutanoic acid ethyl ester
2-Methylbutyric acid ethyl ester
Butanoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester
Ethyl 2-methyl-butanoic acid
ETHYL 2-METHYLBUTANOATE
Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate (natural)
Ethyl 2-methylbutyric acid
FEMA 2443
FEMA No. 2443

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Boiling Point: 132 to 133 °C at 760 mmHg
Solubility (other solvents): Soluble in alcohol, propylene glycol; very slightly soluble in water; miscible with most fixed oils

Source: PubChem CID 24020 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))

Frequently asked questions

What is Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate used for?

Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate is primarily used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient due to its fruity, apple-like aroma.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate?

The chemical formula is C7H14O2 and the molecular weight is 130.18 g/mol.

How should Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, away from heat and sources of ignition.

What grade of Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate is available?

Please contact our sales team to confirm the specific grade and purity levels currently available for this product.

Can Molekula supply Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply this product in bulk quantities to meet your specific manufacturing or research requirements.

What documentation comes with an order of Ethyl 2-methylbutyrate?

Each order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.