HEXYL PROPIONATE

Independent reference data for HEXYL PROPIONATE (CAS 2445-76-3), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

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

Synonyms and trade names

Hexyl propionate; Hexyl propanoate; Propanoic acid, hexyl ester; 1-Hexyl propionate; 1-Hexyl propanoate; Propionic acid, hexyl ester; n-Hexyl propionate; FEMA No. 2576; Hexyl propionate (natural); UNII-8R2W3UA8JV; 8R2W3UA8JV; n-Hexyl n-propionate; EINECS 219-495-1; DTXSID5047582; BRN 1752269; AI3-33593

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	92.9% (276 / 297)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	92.9% (276 / 297)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 92.9% (276 of 297) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 276 of 297 companies (only 7.1% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

HEXYL PROPIONATE is identified by CAS 2445-76-3, molecular formula C9H18O2 and molecular weight 158.13 g/mol. UNII 8R2W3UA8JV; ChEBI 87549; InChIKey GOKKOFHHJFGZHW-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 73.00 to 74.00 °C. @ 10.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 180 °C; Melting Point: -57.5 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

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