Description

Vinyl Butyrate is a versatile organic ester monomer characterized by its vinyl group and butyrate ester functionality. This compound is valued for its reactivity, serving as a crucial building block in polymerization reactions and organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, coatings, adhesive, and specialty chemical industries for creating copolymers with tailored properties.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Manufacturing: As a co-monomer for producing specialty vinyl acetate copolymers, modifying flexibility, adhesion, and solubility.
• Coatings & Paints: Used in the formulation of high-performance industrial coatings, lacquers, and finishes to enhance durability and drying characteristics.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Imparts specific tack and binding properties in the synthesis of pressure-sensitive and structural adhesives.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as an alkylating agent or intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing specific ester compounds used in artificial flavors and fragrances.
• Textile & Leather Treatment: Utilized in polymers applied as coatings or finishes for textiles and leather goods.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vinyl Butyrate
CAS No.	123-20-6
Molecular Formula	C6H10O2
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Butanoic Acid Vinyl Ester; Vinyl Butanoate; Butyric Acid Vinyl Ester; Vinyl n-Butyrate; 1-Buten-1-ol, 1-acetate (incorrect but sometimes listed); Acetic Acid Vinyl Ester (homolog); Vinylester of Butyric Acid
EINECS	204-612-9

Quality Control

Our Vinyl Butyrate is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including gas chromatography (GC) to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and ignition points. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use and ground containers during transfer to avoid static discharge.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as Butyric Acid)	≤ 0.05%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.405 - 1.410
Density (20°C)	0.90 - 0.92 g/mL

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