Amyl Acetate - Flammable Organic Compound With Banana-apple Aroma, Flavoring Agent & Solvent For Paints

Other, Strong fruity banana-like

Other, Strong almond-like aroma

29153990

2905.12.90

99%

High

99.5%

2 Years (when stored properly)

1 Years

24 months under proper storage conditions

130.19 g/mol

116.20 g/mol

Amyl Acetate

Primarily comprised of n-amyl alcohol

-71AdegC

-77AdegC

211-047-3

203-853-3

Other, No (harmful with excessive exposure)

YES

Used in lacquers, coatings, flavouring, and analytical chemistry

Solvent Applications: Used extensively in the coating industry for lacquers, nitrocellulose, varnishes, and inks.Flavoring and Fragrance: Acts as a fruit flavoring agent (banana or pear) in foods, beverages, and candies. It is used in perfumes and cosmetics for its pleasant odor.Industrial and Laboratory Uses: Functions as an extraction agent for pharmaceuticals (e.g., penicillin) and in chemical manufacturing. It is used in histological techniques for tissue preparation.Other Uses:Dry Cleaning: Acts as a spotting agent for removing adhesives, glues, and paint.Safety Testing: Used to test the fit and efficiency of respirator masks.Model Aircraft: Historically used to shrink and tighten doped fabric surfaces.

Commonly used in the food fragrance and chemical industries

Industrial Grade

Industrial

Industrial grade

Colourless liquid; volatile; highly flammable; fruity odour; soluble in alcohol and ether.

Amyl acetate (\(C_{7}H_{14}O_{2}\)) is a colorless organic ester with a distinct banana or pear-like scent, commonly used as a solvent in lacquers, paints, and as a flavoring agent. It is produced by the reaction of amyl alcohol and acetic acid. It is a flammable liquid, slightly soluble in water, and can cause irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.

Flammable volatile and may cause irritation upon contact

Other, Sweet fruity taste

Bitter