Description

Ethyl Isobutyrate is a clear, colorless liquid ester with a characteristic fruity, rum-like aroma. This versatile chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance ingredient is valued for its high purity and consistent performance in demanding formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food & beverage, and chemical synthesis industries seeking a reliable, high-quality ester for their processes.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Agent: A key component in creating fruity, rum, and apple notes for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as an artificial flavoring substance in candies, baked goods, and alcoholic beverages.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile solvent and intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Industrial Solvent: Employed in coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations where a highly volatile, fast-evaporating solvent is required.
• Plasticizer & Additive: Acts as a processing aid or additive in polymer and resin production.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl Isobutyrate
CAS No.	97-62-1
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-methylpropanoate; Isobutyric Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Methylpropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl Isobutanoate; FEMA 2428; NSC 8858
EINECS	202-595-4

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Isobutyrate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. It meets relevant specifications for industrial and flavor/fragrance applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee 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 and open flame. 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%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.386 - 1.390
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.865 - 0.869
Acidity (as Isobutyric Acid)	≤ 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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