Isoamyl Acetate
Product Description
Product Detail
Product Name: |
Isoamyl acetate |
Synonyms: |
Iso-aMyl acetate Iso >= 99.0%, natural;IsoaMyl acetate, SuperDry, J&KSeal;IsoaMyl acetate, 99%, SpcDry, Water≤50 ppM (by K.F.), SpcSeal;Acetic acid-3-;Isopentyl acetate reagent grade, 98%;3-Methylbutyl Acetate〔Isopentyl Acetate〕;Isoamyl acetate EMPLURA.;1-Butanol,3-methyl-,acetate |
CAS: |
123-92-2 |
MF: |
C7H14O2 |
MW: |
130.18 |
EINECS: |
204-662-3 |
Product Categories: |
Pyridines;Anhydrous Solvents;Solvent Bottles;Solvent by Application;Solvent Packaging Options;Solvents;Sure/Seal Bottles;Analytical Chemistry;Solvents for HPLC & Spectrophotometry;Solvents for Spectrophotometry |
Mol File: |
123-92-2.mol |
|
Melting point |
-78 °C |
Boiling point |
142 °C756 mm Hg(lit.) |
density |
0.876 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
vapor density |
4.5 (vs air) |
vapor pressure |
5 mm Hg ( 25 °C) |
FEMA |
2055 | ISOAMYL ACETATE |
refractive index |
n20/D 1.4(lit.) |
Fp |
77 °F |
storage temp. |
Flammables area |
solubility |
ethanol: soluble1ml/3ml, clear, colorless (60%ethanol) |
form |
neat |
explosive limit |
1-10%(V) |
Water Solubility |
0.20 g/100 mL. Slightly soluble |
JECFA Number |
43 |
Merck |
14,5111 |
BRN |
1744750 |
Henry's Law Constant |
10.25 at 37 °C (static headspace-GC, Bylaite et al., 2004) |
Exposure limits |
TLV-TWA 100 ppm (~530 mg/m3) (ACGIH, MSHA, and OSHA); TLV-STEL 125 ppm (~655 mg/m3); IDLH 3000 ppm (NIOSH). |
CAS DataBase Reference |
123-92-2(CAS DataBase Reference) |
NIST Chemistry Reference |
1-Butanol, 3-methyl-, acetate(123-92-2) |
EPA Substance Registry System |
Isoamyl acetate (123-92-2) |
Hazard Codes |
Xi |
Risk Statements |
10-66-36/37/38-R66-R10 |
Safety Statements |
23-25-2-36/37/39-26-16-S25-S23-S2 |
RIDADR |
UN 1104 3/PG 3 |
WGK Germany |
1 |
RTECS |
NS9800000 |
Autoignition Temperature |
680 °F |
TSCA |
Yes |
HazardClass |
3 |
PackingGroup |
III |
HS Code |
29153900 |
Hazardous Substances Data |
123-92-2(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Toxicity |
LD50 orally in Rabbit: > 5000 mg/kg LD50 dermal Rat > 5000 mg/kg |
Chemical properties |
Isoamyl acetate appears as colorless transparent liquid with pleasant banana aroma, being volatile. It is miscible with ethanol, ethyl ether, benzene, carbon disulfide and other organic solvents, being almost insoluble in water. |
Production method |
Isoamyl acetate is
obtained through the esterification between the acetate with the isoamyl
alcohol separated from the fusel oil under the catalysis of sulfuric acid. |
Content analysis |
This was determined
by the method I in the ester assay (OT-18). The amount of sample taken was
800 mg. The equivalent factor (e) in the calculation is 65.10. |
Toxicity |
ADI 0 to 3.7
(FAO/WHO, 1994); |
Usage limit |
FEMA (mg/kg): soft drinks 28; cold drinks 56; candy 190; baked goods 120; pudding 100; take appropriate amount as limit (FDA § 172.515, 2000); |
Hazards & Safety Information |
Category: Flammable
liquids |
Description |
In commercial practice amyl invariably means isoamyl, unless it is prefaced by the n- for normal. Isoamyl acetate has a powerful, fruity odor with a bittersweet taste reminiscent of pear. If impure, the odor is strong, penetrating, and almost shocking. Usually prepared by esterification of commercial isoamyl alcohol with acetic acid. |
Chemical Properties |
Isoamyl Acetate is a
strongly fruity-smelling liquid and has been identified in many fruit aromas.
It is the main component of banana aroma and is, therefore, also used in
banana flavors. |
Physical properties |
Clear, colorless liquid with a banana or pear-like odor. Odor threshold concentration is 7 ppm (quoted, Keith and Walters, 1992). A detection odor threshold concentration of 18 μg/m3 (3.4 ppbv) was determined by Katz and Talbert (1930). |
Uses |
Isoamyl acetate is used to impart pear flavorto mineral waters and syrups, in perfumes, inthe manufacture of artificial silk or leather, inphotographic films, in dyeing textiles, and asa solvent. |
Uses |
banana oil is a carrier oil. The banana family is of more interest for its nutritional value rather than for its botanical properties. The use of plantain juice as an antidote for snake bites has been reported in parts of Southeast Asia since 1916. |
Uses |
Sting pheromone of the honeybee.1 |
Uses |
In alcohol solution as a pear flavor in mineral waters and syrups; as solvent for old oil colors, for tannins, nitrocellulose, lacquers, celluloid, and camphor; swelling bath sponges; covering unpleasant odors, perfuming shoe polish; manufacture of artificial silk, leather or pearls, photographic films, celluloid cements, waterproof varnishes, bronzing liquids, and metallic paints; dyeing and finishing textiles. A special grade of the amyl acetate has been used for burning in the Hefner lamp serving as a photometric standard. |
Definition |
ChEBI: The acetate ester of isoamylol. |
Production Methods |
The commerical-grade isoamyl acetate is prepared by the esterification of amyl alcohol (often fusel oil) with acetic acid and a small amount of sulfuric acid as the catalyst . |
Production Methods |
The commerical-grade isoamyl acetate is prepared by the esterification of amyl alcohol (often fusel oil) with acetic acid and a small amount of sulfuric acid as the catalyst. |
Taste threshold values |
FEMA PADI: 24.491 mg |
General Description |
Oily liquid; colorless; banana odor. Floats and mixes with water. Flammable, irritating vapor is produced . |
Air & Water Reactions |
Highly flammable. Insoluble in water. |
Reactivity Profile |
Isoamyl acetate is an ester. Esters react with acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction of esters with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing esters with alkali metals and hydrides. Isoamyl acetate can react violently with oxidizing materials, nitrates, strong alkalis and strong acids. |
Hazard |
Flammable, moderate fire risk. Irritant. Explosive limits in air 1–7.5%. |
Health Hazard |
Isoamyl acetate exhibits low toxicity; thetoxic effects are comparable to those of n amyl acetate. The toxic symptoms includeirritation of the eyes, nose, and throat;fatigue; increased pulse rate; and narcosis.Inhalation of its vapors at 1000 ppm for30 minutes may cause irritation, fatigue, andrespiratory distress in humans. It is more narcotic than are the lower acetic esters. TheLD50 value in rabbits is on the order of7000 mg/kg. |
Fire Hazard |
FLAMMABLE. Flashback along vapor trail may occur. Vapor may explode if ignited in an enclosed area. When heated emits acrid fumes. When exposed to flames can react vigorously with reducing materials. |
Potential Exposure |
(n-isomer): Primary irritant (w/o allergic reaction), (sec-isomer) Human Data. Amyl acetates are used as industrial solvents and in the manufacturing and dry-cleaning industry; making artificial fruit-flavoring agents; cements, coated papers, lacquers; in medications as an inflammatory agent; pet repellents, insecticides and miticide. Many other uses. |
Carcinogenicity |
Not listed by ACGIH, California Proposition 65, IARC, NTP, or OSHA. |
Source |
Identified among 139 volatile compounds identified in cantaloupe (Cucumis melo var. reticulates cv. Sol Real) using an automated rapid headspace solid phase microextraction method (Beaulieu and Grimm, 2001). |
Environmental fate |
Chemical/Physical. Slowly hydrolyzes in water forming 3-methyl-1-butanol and acetic acid. |
Shipping |
UN1993 Flammable liquids, n.o.s., Hazard Class: 3; Labels: 3-Flammable liquid, Technical Name Required. |
Purification Methods |
Dry the acetate with finely divided K2CO3 and fractionally distil it. [Beilstein 2 IV 157.] |
Incompatibilities |
Vapors may form explosive mixture with air. Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates, nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine, bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases, strong acids, oxoacids, epoxides, nitrates. May soften certain plastics. |
Waste Disposal |
Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. All federal, state, and local environmental regulations must be observed. In accordance with 40CFR165, follow recommendations for the disposal of pesticides and pesticide containers. Must be disposed properly by following package label directions or by contacting your local or federal environmental control agency, or by contacting your regional EPA office. |
Raw materials |
Sodium hydroxide-->Acetic acid glacial-->Calcium chloride-->3-Methyl-1-butanol-->FUSEL OIL-->ISOAMYL ALCOHOL |