Description

Butylformate is a versatile organic ester valued for its role as a high-purity solvent and chemical intermediate in advanced manufacturing. Its primary commercial value lies in its excellent solvency power and high volatility, which are critical for applications requiring fast evaporation and precise formulation control. This product is essential for industries such as coatings, specialty chemicals, and fragrance manufacturing, where consistent quality and reliable performance are paramount.

Application

• As a fast-evaporating solvent in high-performance lacquers, paints, and coating formulations.
• As a key chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals.
• As a flavor and fragrance ingredient due to its characteristic fruity odor.
• As a reaction medium for organic synthesis and polymerization processes.
• As a extraction solvent in the purification of natural products and chemical compounds.
• As a component in specialty cleaning and degreasing formulations for industrial equipment.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butylformate
CAS No.	589-40-2
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2
Molecular Weight	102.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl formate; n-Butyl formate; Formic acid butyl ester; Butyl methanoate; n-Butyl methanoate; 1-Butyl formate; NSC 8425
EINECS	209-669-5

Quality Control

Our Butylformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as Formic Acid)	≤ 0.05%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.890 - 0.895
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.386 - 1.390

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