Description

Butyl Hexanoate is a high-purity ester compound valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and solvent in industrial synthesis. Its balanced hydrophobic and lipophilic properties make it an effective component in formulations requiring controlled solvency and low volatility. This product is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, consistent raw materials for their production processes.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a synthetic flavoring agent and fragrance component, imparting fruity, green, or waxy notes to perfumes, cosmetics, and food products.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in organic synthesis for producing more complex esters, plasticizers, and specialty chemicals.
• Industrial Solvent: Acts as an effective solvent for resins, polymers, and coatings, offering favorable evaporation rates and solvency power.
• Plasticizer Precursor: Utilized in the manufacture of certain plasticizers and lubricant additives for polymers and synthetic materials.
• Specialty Cleaning Formulations: Incorporated into industrial and precision cleaning agents where its solvent properties are beneficial.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl Hexanoate
CAS No.	626-82-4
Molecular Formula	C10H20O2
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl Caproate; n-Butyl Hexanoate; Hexanoic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl n-Hexanoate; n-Butyl n-Hexanoate; Butyl Capronate; FEMA 2201
EINECS	210-964-6

Quality Control

Our Butyl Hexanoate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product is tested against rigorous in-house specifications, which may include parameters for identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results of these quality control tests is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.414 - 1.418
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.865 - 0.872
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

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