Description

2-Ethylheptyl Butyrate is a high-purity ester compound valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and functional additive. This product matters for its ability to impart specific performance characteristics in advanced formulations, offering a balance of solvency and stability. It is needed by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for their production processes.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a synthetic flavoring agent or fragrance component, contributing fruity, sweet, or waxy olfactory notes to perfumes, cosmetics, and food products.
• Plasticizer and Polymer Additive: Acts as a specialty plasticizer or processing aid in polymer formulations to improve flexibility, workability, or compatibility.
• Solvent and Carrier: Serves as a solvent or co-solvent in industrial applications such as coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations due to its solvency power.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block in organic synthesis for producing more complex esters, pharmaceuticals, or agrochemicals.
• Lubricant and Functional Fluid: Employed as a base or additive in synthetic lubricants, metalworking fluids, or hydraulic fluids for its thermal and oxidative stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethylheptyl Butyrate
CAS No.	94200-05-2
Molecular Formula	C13H26O2
Molecular Weight	214.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Butanoic acid, 2-ethylheptyl ester; 2-Ethyl-1-heptyl butyrate; 2-Ethylheptyl butanoate; Heptyl butyrate, 2-ethyl-; 2-Ethylheptanol butyrate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Ethylheptyl Butyrate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources, sparks, and open flame. Ensure the container is kept upright to prevent leakage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.875
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.