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Isobutyl acetate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Isobutyl acetate is used as a solvent for lacquer, thinners, sealants, perfumes and nitrocellulose. Further, it is used as a flavoring agent.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Isobutyl acetate is used as a solvent for lacquer, thinners, sealants, perfumes and nitrocellulose. Further, it is used as a flavoring agent.
Solubility
Miscible with ethanol, ether, methanol and acetone. Slightly miscible with water and carbon tetrachloride.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | °C to 99°C |
Density | 0.870 |
Boiling Point | 116°C to 117°C |
Flash Point | 18°C (64°F) |
Assay Percent Range | 98% |
Refractive Index | 1.3895 |
Quantity | 500 mL |
UN Number | UN1213 |
Beilstein | 1741909 |
Merck Index | 14,5130 |
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Safety and Handling


- Isobutyl acetate
- Danger
- Flammable liquid Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
- H336-May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
- EUH066-Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P240-Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P370+P378-In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Isobutyl acetate
RUO – Research Use Only
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