Flavors & Fragrances
REACH
Hexyl acetate
CAS Number
142-92-7
EC Number
205-572-7
FEMA Number
FEMA 2565
What is Hexyl acetate?
Hexyl acetate (CAS 142-92-7), also identified by FEMA 2565, is a synthetic ester used commercially as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient.
Where is Hexyl acetate used?
- Flavor houses: target compound for a fresh, fruity note
- Food and beverage: apple and pear notes in confectionery and baked goods
- Beverages and chewing gum formulations
- Fine fragrances, body care and household products: light, fresh-fruity topnote
- Personal care: skin-conditioning emollient and carrier in serums and leave-on treatments
- It appears in functional flavor systems for alcoholic beverages and dairy applications.
Good to know: Buyers should confirm purity levels and compliance documentation. Documentation such as natural vs. synthetic declarations should be reviewed based on end-product labeling requirements.
Commercial specifications
- Standard packaging from drums to ISO containers depending on volume
- FEMA 2565 status supports use in flavoring applications in regulated markets
Other Names (Synonyms)
n-hexyl ethanoate|n-Hexyl acetate|ACETIC ACID, HEXYL ESTER|Hexyl ethanoate|1-Hexyl acetate|Hexyl alcohol, acetate
What are the physical properties of Hexyl acetate?
Melting Point -80.9 °C
Boiling Point 171.5 °C @ Press: 760 Torr
Density 0.8779 g/cm³ @ Temp: 15 °C
Flash Point 99 °F
Appearance clear colorless to pale yellowish liquid
Color Clear colorless to pale yellow
Odor at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. fruity green apple banana sweet
Form Liquid
Water Solubility immiscible
Vapor Pressure 5 hPa (20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.409(lit.)
Log P 3.3 at 30℃
How is Hexyl acetate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS02· Flammable GHS09· Environmental Hazard GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H315 Causes skin irritation
H320 Causes eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
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 Hexyl acetate?
HS Code 29153990
UN Number 3272
ADR Class 3
Packing Group III
WGK (Germany) 1