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Specifications:
| Application | Organic Synthesis | ||
| Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
| Product Type | Laboratory Chemical | Forms | Liquid |
| Product Brand | VWR | ||
| Product Grade | Laboratory grade | Formula | CH₃COO(CH₂)₃CH₃ |
VWR® Butyl Acetate is a high-purity ester solvent (≥96%) supplied in technical grade and suitable for general laboratory, industrial, and chemical processing applications. With its characteristic sweet odor and excellent solvency, it is commonly used as a medium-volatility solvent for resins, coatings, inks, adhesives, and in sample preparation workflows.
This solvent is certified as environmentally preferable, carrying EPA Safer Chemical Solvent (Green Circle Rating) and Chem21 Solvent Selection Guide recommendations, making it a more sustainable alternative for routine use.
Key Features
- Assay (Purity): ≥96%
- Technical grade solvent suitable for industrial and research applications
- Glass bottle packaging ensures safe storage and handling
- Recognized as a safer solvent under EPA Green Chemistry standards
- Recommended in the Chem21 Solvent Selection Guide
- Flammable and irritant – handle with proper PPE and ventilation
Chemical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 123-86-4 |
| Chemical Formula | CH₃COO(CH₂)₃CH₃ |
| Molecular Weight | 116.16 g/mol |
| EINECS Number | 204-658-1 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00009445 |
| Boiling Point | 126 °C (1013 hPa) |
| Melting Point | –76 °C |
| Flash Point | 25 °C |
| Density | 0.875 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Storage Conditions | Ambient temperature |
| UN Number | 1123 |
| ADR Classification | 3, III (Flammable Liquid) |
| Merck Index | 13,01534 |
Environmental & Safety Information
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Environmental Certification:
- EPA Safer Chemical Solvent (Green Circle Rated)
- Chem21 Recommended Solvent (Default & After Discussion)
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Hazard Pictograms:
- GHS02 – Flammable
- GHS07 – Irritant
- Precautions: Use in well-ventilated areas, wear appropriate PPE, store away from heat/sources of ignition.
Applications
- Solvent for coatings, adhesives, and inks
- Extraction and purification workflows
- Resin and polymer processing
- Chromatographic or analytical sample preparation
- Intermediate in organic synthesis
VWR® Butyl Acetate ≥96%, TECHNICAL is a versatile, moderately volatile solvent ideal for general laboratory and industrial use. Recognized for its environmental safety profile and effective solvency characteristics, it offers a balance of performance and sustainability. This makes it a preferred choice for responsible laboratories and facilities focused on greener chemistry without compromising functionality.