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Description
Propyl acetate, also known as propyl ethanoate, is an organic compound. Nearly 20,000 tons are produced annually for use as a solvent.
This colourless liquid is known by its characteristic odour of pears.
Due to this fact, it is commonly used in fragrances and as a flavour additive.
It is formed by the esterification of acetic acid and propan-1-ol, often via Fischer–Speier esterification, with sulfuric acid as a catalyst and water produced as a by product.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| volume | 1 Litre, 12 x 1 litre, 3 x 1 litre, 6 x 1 litre, 24 x 1 Litre |
Chemical formula C5H10O2
Molar mass 102.133 g·mol−1
Appearance Colorless liquid
Odor Mild, fruity
Density 0.89 g/cm3
Melting point −95 °C (−139 °F; 178 K)
Boiling point 102 °C (216 °F; 375 K)
Solubility in water 18.9 g/L
Vapor pressure 25 mmHg (20 °C)
Magnetic susceptibility (χ) −65.91·10−6 cm3/mol
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