Description

Formic Acid Isopropyl Ester is a highly volatile organic ester, also known as isopropyl formate. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and solvent in organic synthesis, offering a balance of reactivity and volatility. It is primarily utilized in the chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and fragrance industries for applications requiring a reactive formylating agent or a low-boiling solvent.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a formylating agent in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals.
• Organic Solvent: Used as a volatile solvent for resins, coatings, and in various extraction processes.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Employed as a synthetic building block for esters and other compounds used in flavor and fragrance formulations.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a specialty reagent in research and development for organic transformations.
• Fuel & Lubricant Additive Precursor: Used in the synthesis of additives that modify fuel properties or improve lubricant performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Formic Acid Isopropyl Ester
CAS No.	625-55-8
Molecular Formula	C4H8O2
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Isopropyl Formate; Isopropyl Methanoate; Formic Acid, Isopropyl Ester; 1-Methylethyl Formate; Propyl Formate (ambiguous); FEMA 2944; NSC 8446
EINECS	210-901-2

Quality Control

Our Formic Acid Isopropyl Ester is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

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. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.367 - 1.371
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.870 - 0.880
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%

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