Description

1-Methylhexyl Acetate is a versatile branched-chain ester valued for its favorable solvent properties and distinctive organoleptic profile. Its primary commercial value lies in its utility as a high-performance solvent and a key ingredient in fragrance and flavor formulations. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, personal care, and specialty chemical industries seeking effective, low-odor solvent solutions.

Application

• Solvent for Coatings and Inks: An effective solvent for resins and polymers used in high-performance industrial coatings, printing inks, and adhesive formulations.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a component in the creation of complex fragrance accords and flavor compositions, contributing fruity or green notes.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in organic synthesis for the production of more complex esters and specialty chemicals.
• Industrial Cleaning Agent: Employed in specialty cleaning and degreasing formulations for precision equipment and metal surfaces.
• Plasticizer and Coalescing Aid: Acts as a temporary plasticizer or coalescing agent in polymer and latex systems to improve film formation.
• Extraction Solvent: Utilized in the extraction of natural products and active ingredients in pharmaceutical and botanical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methylhexyl Acetate
CAS No.	5921-82-4
Molecular Formula	C9H18O2
Molecular Weight	158.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Heptyl Acetate; sec-Heptyl Acetate; (±)-1-Methylhexyl Acetate; 2-Acetoxyheptane; Heptan-2-yl acetate; 1-Methylhexyl ethanoate; Acetic acid 1-methylhexyl ester
EINECS	227-658-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Methylhexyl Acetate is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling by GC, to meet the exacting requirements of industrial and specialty applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch and provided upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept 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%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.860 - 0.870
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.415
Boiling Point	Approx. 170 - 175°C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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