Description

Ethyl Formate CAS NO 109-94-4 is a versatile ester compound valued for its pleasant, fruity aroma and excellent solvent properties. It serves as a key intermediate and functional ingredient across several high-value industrial sectors. This highly volatile liquid is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for its efficacy and favorable environmental profile.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Agent: Used as an artificial rum and fruit flavoring in food products and as a fragrance component in cosmetics and perfumes.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of various pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Employed as a solvent and reagent in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and vitamins.
• Industrial Solvent: An effective solvent for cellulose acetate, oils, and greases in coatings, lacquers, and cleaning formulations.
• Fumigant and Larvicide: Used for the fumigation of dried fruits and stored grains, and as a larvicide for controlling wax moths in beekeeping.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as an ethylating and formylating agent in organic synthesis for producing other esters and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Formate
CAS No.	109-94-4
Molecular Formula	C3H6O2
Molecular Weight	74.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl methanoate; Formic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl formiate; Aethylformiat; Ethyl ester of formic acid; UN 1190; FEMA No. 2434
EINECS	203-721-0

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Formate is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We offer various grades, including Industrial and Food Grade (FCC), tailored to meet specific application requirements. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring compliance with relevant industry and regulatory standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Store separately from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.917 - 0.921
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.359 - 1.361
Acidity (as Formic Acid)	≤ 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.