hexyl isobutyrate

Independent reference data for hexyl isobutyrate (CAS 2349-07-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional ClassesFlavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index

Synonyms and trade names

Hexyl isobutyrate; 2349-07-7; HEXYL 2-METHYLPROPANOATE; Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-, hexyl ester; Hexyl isobutanoate; n-Hexyl isobutyrate; 1-Hexyl isobutyrate; Isobutyric acid, hexyl ester; n-Hexyl isobutanoate; Hexyl 2-methylpropionate; FEMA No. 3172; DTXSID2047519; Hexyl isobutyrate (natural); NSC 46108; 5FC79GHU69; EINECS 219-075-8

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Fruit No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	99.1% (1615 / 1629)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	99.1% (1615 / 1629)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 99.1% (1615 of 1629) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 1615 of 1629 companies (only 0.9% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

hexyl isobutyrate is identified by CAS 2349-07-7, molecular formula C10H20O2 and molecular weight 172.15 g/mol. UNII 5FC79GHU69; ChEBI 179553; InChIKey CYHBDKTZDLSRMY-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 198.00 to 199.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 199 °C; Density: 0.852-0.876.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.