Flavors & Fragrances
REACH
Ethyl propionate
CAS Number
105-37-3
EC Number
203-291-4
FEMA Number
FEMA 2456
What is Ethyl propionate?
Ethyl propionate (CAS 105-37-3), also known by FEMA 2456, is a synthetic ester used primarily as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient.
Where is Ethyl propionate used?
- Flavor and fragrance formulation: building block with a fruity, rum-like odor
- Food and beverage: fruity top notes in confectionery and baked goods
- Dairy flavors and alcoholic beverage profiles
- Personal care: lotions, shampoos and body washes where its sweet character enhances scent
- Cosmetic formulations: carrier or co-solvent supporting even dispersion of fragrance compounds
- Flavor houses use it as a blending component to round out tropical and berry flavor systems.
Good to know: Food-grade quality complies with the FEMA designation; technical grade is for fragrance and cosmetic manufacturing where food compliance is not required.
Commercial specifications
- Packaging from drums to ISO tank containers for bulk industrial orders
Other Names (Synonyms)
propionic acid, ethyl ester|propanoic acid, ethyl ester|ethyl propanoate|ethyl n-propionate|ethyl ester of propanoic acid|Propionic ether|Propionic ester|Propionate d'ethyle
What are the physical properties of Ethyl propionate?
Melting Point -73.9 °C
Boiling Point 99.2 °C
Density 0.8917 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 54 °F
Appearance clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Color Clear colorless to pale yellow
Odor at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. sweet fruity rum juicy fruit grape pineapple
Form Liquid
Water Solubility 25 g/L (15 ºC)
Vapor Pressure 40 mm Hg ( 27.2 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.384(lit.)
pH 7 (H2O, 20℃)
Log P 1.31 at 22.1℃
How is Ethyl propionate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS02· Flammable GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H225 Highly Flammable liquid and vapor
H315 Causes skin irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/…] equipment.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Ethyl propionate?
HS Code 29159000
UN Number 1195
ADR Class 3
Packing Group II
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany) 1