Solvents
REACH
Amyl acetate
CAS Number
628-63-7
EC Number
211-047-3
What is Amyl acetate?
Amyl acetate (CAS 628-63-7), also known as pentyl ethanoate, is an ester solvent and flavoring agent with a characteristic banana-like odor.
Where is Amyl acetate used?
- Coatings and lacquers: dissolves nitrocellulose
- Wood finishes and industrial surface coatings: standard solvent
- Food and beverage: flavoring agent for banana, pear and tropical fruit notes
- Confectionery, beverages and baked goods: flavoring
- Personal care: solvent and carrier in nail lacquers and hair products
- Metalworking and lubricants: carrier solvent in cleaning and surface preparation compounds
- It also serves as a flavoring ingredient in fragrance applications.
Good to know: Food-grade material meets FCC standards.
Commercial specifications
- Purity: 98% or higher
- Drums and intermediate bulk containers
Other Names (Synonyms)
pentyl ethanoate|pentyl ester of acetic acid|n-pentyl ethanoate|n-pentyl acetate|n-amyl acetate|amyl ethanoate|amyl acetic ester|acetic acid, pentyl ester
What are the physical properties of Amyl acetate?
Melting Point -70.8 °C
Boiling Point 149.2 °C @ Press: 760 Torr
Density 0.8756 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 75 °F
Appearance All isomers of amyl acetate are highly flammable, colorless to yellow, watery liquids.
Color White
Odor Pleasant banana-like; mild; characteristic banana- or pear-like odor.
Form Powder
Water Solubility 10 g/L (20 ºC)
Vapor Pressure 4 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.402(lit.)
Log P 2.300
How is Amyl acetate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS02· Flammable GHS07· Irritant GHS08· Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H315 Causes skin irritation
H316 Causes mild skin irritation
H320 Causes eye 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 Amyl acetate?
HS Code 29153930
UN Number 1104
ADR Class 3
Packing Group III
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany) 3