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Isoamyl butyrate

SKU 90037017 CAS 106-27-4 Available on enquiry

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Isoamyl butyrate is a colorless liquid ester primarily used as a flavoring agent and fragrance component due to its fruity, pear-like aroma. It is identified by CAS number 106-27-4 and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Isoamyl 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: 90037017
CAS Number: 106-27-4
IUPAC Name: 3-methylbutyl butanoate
EC Number: 203-380-8
Exact Mass: 158.1307
SMILES: CCCC(=O)OCCC(C)C
InChIKey: PQLMXFQTAMDXIZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C9H18O2/c1-4-5-9(10)11-7-6-8(2)3/h8H,4-7H2,1-3H3
PubChem CID: 7795

Synonyms

3-Methylbutyl butanoate
3-Methylbutyl butyrate
Butanoic acid, 3-methylbutyl ester
Butyric acid, isopentyl ester
FEMA No. 2060
Isoamyl butanoate
Isoamyl-n-butyrate
Isopentyl alcohol, butyrate
ISOPENTYL BUTANOATE
Isopentyl butyrate

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: -73.2 °C
Boiling Point: 179 °C at 760 mmHg
Solubility (other solvents): Soluble in ethanol and most fixed oils, insoluble in glycerol, propylene glycol and water

Source: PubChem CID 7795 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))

Frequently asked questions

What is Isoamyl butyrate used for?

Isoamyl butyrate is primarily used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient due to its fruity, pear-like aroma.

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

The chemical formula is C9H18O2 and the molecular weight is 158.24 g/mol.

How should Isoamyl butyrate be stored?

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

What grade of Isoamyl butyrate is available?

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

Can Molekula supply Isoamyl butyrate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Isoamyl butyrate in various quantities, from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full traceability and compliance.

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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.