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Isopropyl acetate
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Isopropyl acetate is a volatile organic solvent used in paints, coatings, adhesives, and pharmaceuticals. It is a colorless liquid with a fruity odor, commonly employed as a solvent due to its low toxicity and fast evaporation rate. CAS: 108-21-4, Molecular Formula: CH3COOCH(CH3)2, Molecular Weight: 102.13 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Isopropyl acetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 L — £80.00 per pack ex VAT · £96.00 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% |
| Water (KF) | ≤ 0.1% |
| Identification (RAMAN) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 2 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Water-white liquid |
| Odour | Aromatic |
| Melting Point | -73.4 °C |
| Boiling Point | 88.6 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.88 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 29 g/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Miscible with alcohol, ether and fixed oils; slightly soluble in water |
| Vapour Pressure | 5.3 kPa at 17 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.3773 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.02 |
Source: PubChem CID 7915 (HSDB, ICSC, Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90029583 |
| CAS Number | 108-21-4 |
| IUPAC Name | propan-2-yl acetate |
| EC Number | 203-561-1 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3COOCH(CH3)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 102.13 |
| Exact Mass | 102.0681 |
| SMILES | CC(C)OC(=O)C |
| InChIKey | JMMWKPVZQRWMSS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H10O2/c1-4(2)7-5(3)6/h4H,1-3H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7915 |
| UN Number | UN1220 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29153990 |
| Tariff Code | 2915390090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- EUH066 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-Methylethyl acetate
- 2-Acetoxypropane
- 2-Propyl acetate
- Acetic acid, 1-methylethyl ester
- Acetic Acid, isopropyl ester
- Isopropyl ethanoate
- Isopropylacetaat
- Isopropylacetat
- Paracetat
- propan-2-yl acetate
Frequently asked questions
What is isopropyl acetate used for?
It is commonly used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and adhesives, and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of isopropyl acetate?
The formula is CH3COOCH(CH3)2 and the molecular weight is 102.13 g/mol.
How should isopropyl acetate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from heat and ignition sources.
What grade of isopropyl acetate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies isopropyl acetate in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply isopropyl acetate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply isopropyl acetate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of isopropyl acetate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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