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ACETATE 2-METHYLPROPYLE [1 record]

Record 1 2011-03-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Paints and Varnishes (Industries)
  • Food Industries
  • Perfume and Cosmetics Industry
Universal entry(ies)
C6H1202
formula, see observation
C4H9OOCCH3
formula, see observation
110-19-0
CAS number
DEF

A chemical compound having the formula C6H12O2 or C4H9OOCCH3 which appears under the form of a colorless, flammable, neutral liquid with a fruitlike odour, is derived by treating isobutanol with acetic acid in the presence of catalysts, and is used as a solvent for nitrocellulose, in thinners, sealants and topcoat lacquers, in perfumery and as an artificial flavouring agent (strawberry, raspberry, butter, banana) for beverages, candy and pastries.

OBS

2-methylpropyl acetate: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

Key term(s)
  • beta-methylpropyl ethanoate

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Peintures et vernis (Industries)
  • Industrie de l'alimentation
  • Parfumerie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C6H1202
formula, see observation
C4H9OOCCH3
formula, see observation
110-19-0
CAS number
DEF

Composé chimique de formule C6H12O2 ou C4H9OOCCH3 se présentant sous la forme d'un liquide incolore, inflammable, à odeur fruitée, utilisé comme solvant, en parfumerie et comme arôme artificiel (fraise, framboise, beurre, banane) pour les boissons, les confiseries et les pâtisseries.

OBS

acétate de 2-méthylpropyle : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

Key term(s)
  • éthanoate de bêta-méthylpropyl

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Pinturas y barnices (Industrias)
  • Industria alimentaria
  • Industria del perfume y cosméticos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
C6H1202
formula, see observation
C4H9OOCCH3
formula, see observation
110-19-0
CAS number
DEF

Líquido neutro, incoloro, olor a fruta. Soluble en alcoholes, éter e hidrocarburos. Inmiscible con agua. Inflamable. Riesgo de incendio. Moderadamente tóxico.

OBS

Fórmula química: C6H12O2 ou C4H9OOCCH3

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