Butyl Acetate – Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter | DPRJ Universal

What is Butyl Acetate used for?

Butyl Acetate is primarily used as a solvent in coatings, inks, resins, paints, and lacquer/nitrocellulose formulations.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Butyl Acetate?

Butyl Acetate has the chemical formula C₆H₁₂O₂ with a molecular weight of approximately 116.16 g/mol.

What is the CAS number for Butyl Acetate?

The CAS Registry Number for n-Butyl Acetate is 123-86-4.

What is the boiling point of Butyl Acetate?

Butyl Acetate has a boiling point of approximately 126°C and is a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic fruity odor.

How is Butyl Acetate packaged for supply?

DPRJ Universal supplies Butyl Acetate in 185/160 Kgs barrels, with bulk export packaging available on request.

Is Butyl Acetate hazardous and what precautions are needed?

Butyl Acetate is a flammable liquid and should be stored away from ignition sources with adequate ventilation. Standard solvent-handling PPE is recommended per the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

What is another common name for Butyl Acetate?

Butyl Acetate is also known as n-Butyl Acetate or Butyl Ethanoate.

Is Butyl Acetate soluble in water?

Butyl Acetate has limited solubility in water but is fully miscible with most organic solvents, including alcohols, ketones, and other esters.

How is industrial Butyl Acetate manufactured?

Butyl Acetate is produced industrially through Fischer esterification of n-Butanol with Acetic Acid, typically using an acid catalyst.