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Hexyl butyrate

SKU 90036386 CAS 2639-63-6 Available on enquiry

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Hexyl butyrate is a synthetic ester used primarily as a flavor and fragrance compound, imparting fruity, tropical notes. It is commonly found in food, cosmetics, and perfumes. Available in high purity, it has a molecular weight of 172.26 g/mol and a boiling point of 198–200 °C. Molekula supplies Hexyl butyrate 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: 90036386
CAS Number: 2639-63-6
IUPAC Name: hexyl butanoate
EC Number: 220-136-6
Exact Mass: 172.1463
SMILES: CCCCCCOC(=O)CCC
InChIKey: XAPCMTMQBXLDBB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C10H20O2/c1-3-5-6-7-9-12-10(11)8-4-2/h3-9H2,1-2H3
PubChem CID: 17525

Synonyms

1-Hexyl butyrate
Butanoic acid, hexyl ester
Butyric acid, hexyl ester
FEMA No. 2568
Hexyl butanoate
n-Butyric acid n-hexyl ester
n-Hexyl butanoate
n-Hexyl butyrate
n-Hexyl n-butanoate
n-Hexyl n-butyrate

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: -78 °C
Boiling Point: 204 to 206 °C at 760 mmHg

Source: PubChem CID 17525 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))

Frequently asked questions

What is hexyl butyrate used for?

Hexyl butyrate is primarily used as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics due to its fruity, sweet aroma.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of hexyl butyrate?

The chemical formula is C10H20O2, and the molecular weight is 172.26 g/mol.

How should hexyl butyrate be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials; keep container tightly closed.

What grade of hexyl butyrate does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies hexyl butyrate in technical grade, suitable for industrial and fragrance applications.

Can Molekula supply hexyl butyrate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply hexyl butyrate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a purchase of hexyl butyrate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.

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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.