Flavors & Fragrances
REACH
Ethyl hexanoate
CAS Number
123-66-0
EC Number
204-640-3
FEMA Number
FEMA 2439
What is Ethyl hexanoate?
Ethyl hexanoate (CAS 123-66-0), also known as ethyl caproate, is a fruity ester used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient. FEMA 2439.
Where is Ethyl hexanoate used?
- Food and beverage: flavoring agent
- Fruit-type confectionery, alcoholic beverages and dairy products: tropical and apple notes
- Personal care: lotions, shampoos and body washes
- Specialty industrial formulations: lubricant additive and plasticizer component
- It delivers light, fresh top notes.
Good to know: FCC grade material is commonly requested for flavor applications. Purity levels of 98% and above are standard for flavor and fragrance end uses.
Commercial specifications
- Purity 98% and above
- Clear liquid in drum and IBC quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
n-Caproic acid ethyl ester|Hexanoic acid, ethyl ester|Ethyl n-hexanoate|Ethyl n-hexanoat|Ethyl hexoate|Ethyl hexanoate (caproate)|Ethyl ester of hexanoic acid
What are the physical properties of Ethyl hexanoate?
Melting Point -67 °C
Boiling Point 165.6 °C
Density 0.83146 g/cm³ @ Temp: 70.00 °C
Flash Point 121 °F
Appearance CLEAR COLOURLESS LIQUID
Color Clear colorless
Odor at 1.00 % in dipropylene glycol. sweet fruity pineapple waxy green banana
Form Liquid
Water Solubility INSOLUBLE
Vapor Pressure 4hPa at 25℃
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.407
Log P 2.96 at 22.4℃
How is Ethyl hexanoate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS02· Flammable GHS09· Environmental Hazard
Hazard Statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H401 Toxic to aquatic life
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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 hexanoate?
HS Code 29159000
UN Number 3272
ADR Class 3
Packing Group III
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany) 1