Description
N-Propyl Acetate is a naturally occurring ester found in fruits like strawberries, bananas, and tomatoes. It is a colorless, transparent liquid with a distinctive fruity aroma, miscible with ethanol and diethyl ether. At room temperature, it exhibits typical properties of esters, making it a highly versatile compound. N-Propyl Acetate is widely used as a solvent in the production of ink, nitrocellulose paint, varnish, and various resins. Its environmentally friendly profile has made it a preferred solvent in the printing and packaging industries as a replacement for benzene and ketones.
CAS number : 109-60-4
Synonyms
- Propyl Acetate
- Acetic Acid Propyl Ester
Applications
Solvent
Coatings, paints, varnishes & resins.
Industry
Widely used in the flavor and fragrance industry as a carrier.
Inks
Solvent (printing inks).
