Methyl butyrate

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Methyl butyrate
IUPAC name Methyl butyrate
Identifiers
CAS number 623-42-7
SMILES CCCC(=O)OC
Properties
Molecular formula C5H10O2
Molar mass 102.13 g/mol
Density 0.898 g/cm³
Melting point

-95 °C

Boiling point

102 °C

Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

Methyl butyrate (methyl butanoate) is an ester with a fruity fragrance resembling apples or pineapples. At room temperature, it is a colorless liquid. It is used in perfumes and as a food flavoring.

References

  • [1] Perfume
  • [2] Used in biodiesel
  • [3] molecular formula
  • The Merck Index, 13th Edition

External links

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