Description
N-Butyl Acetate is a clear, colorless liquid with a pleasant fruity odor. It is a flammable compound known for its excellent solubility properties. N-Butyl Acetate can dissolve a wide range of substances, including cellulose acetate, ethyl cellulose, chlorinated rubber, polystyrene, and methyl acrylate resin. It is also effective for many natural gums like tannin extract, manila extract, and resin derivatives.
CAS number: 123-86-4
Synonyms
- Butyl Acetate
- Butyric Acid Ester
- Acetic Acid Butyl Ester
Applications
Industrial solvent
Manufacture of adhesives and varnishes, artificial leather.
Plastics
To facilitate the processing of various plastic products.
Dissolution
Effective for substances such as rosin, polyvinyl acetate, polypropylene acrylate and chlorinated rubber.
Pharmaceutical
Solvent (drug formulation).
Perfumery
Product appreciated in perfumes and cosmetics for its solvent properties.
