Isopropyl acetate
CAS 108-21-4
EC 203-561-1
Formula C5H10O2
MW 102.13 g/mol
Solvents Food & NutritionPersonal Care & Cosmetics Solvent & CarrierFlavoring & Acidulant
Description
Isopropyl acetate (CAS 108-21-4, EC 203-561-1) is an ester solvent also identified under the names 2-acetoxypropane and 2-propyl acetate, with flavour industry references FEMA 2926 and NSC 9295. It carries no E-code designation and has the molecular formula C5H10O2.
In food and beverage production, isopropyl acetate functions as a flavouring agent, contributing fruity top notes to confectionery and beverage applications at controlled concentrations. In personal care and cosmetics formulation, it acts as a fast-evaporating carrier solvent, improving spreadability and reducing dry-down time in nail care and fragrance products.
This material is supplied in compliance with REACH regulations and is available in food-grade quality meeting FCC specification requirements. Standard packaging includes drums and intermediate bulk containers. Procurement teams should confirm grade suitability against application requirements, as food and cosmetic uses carry distinct purity thresholds.
In food and beverage production, isopropyl acetate functions as a flavouring agent, contributing fruity top notes to confectionery and beverage applications at controlled concentrations. In personal care and cosmetics formulation, it acts as a fast-evaporating carrier solvent, improving spreadability and reducing dry-down time in nail care and fragrance products.
This material is supplied in compliance with REACH regulations and is available in food-grade quality meeting FCC specification requirements. Standard packaging includes drums and intermediate bulk containers. Procurement teams should confirm grade suitability against application requirements, as food and cosmetic uses carry distinct purity thresholds.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | -73.4 °C |
| Boiling Point | 88.6 °C @ Press: 760 Torr |
| Density | 0.8718 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 62 °F |
| Appearance | colourless liquid with a fruity odour |
| Color | Clear colorless |
| Odor | Pleasant, fruity; nonresidual. |
| Form | Liquid |
| Water Solubility | 2.90 g/100 mL |
| Vapor Pressure | 47 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.377(lit.) |
| Log P | 1.03-1.18 at 20℃ |
Safety & Handling (Learn More)
Danger GHS02 GHS07 GHS08
H
H225H303H305H315H319H320H332H335H336H371H373
P
P210P233P240P241P242P243P260P261P264P270P271P280P317P319P321P331P405P501P264+P265P301+P316P301+P317P302+P352P304+P340P308+P316P332+P317P337+P317P362+P364P370+P378P403+P233P403+P235P303+P361+P353P305+P351+P338
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29153900 |
| UN Number | 1220 |
| ADR Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Storage Class | 3 - Flammable liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 1 |
Other Names
2-propyl acetatepropan-2-yl acetateisopropyl ester of acetic acid2-Acetoxypropane
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