2-methyl butyl benzoate
benzoic acid, butyl-, 2-methyl ester
Identification
| Name | 2-methyl butyl benzoate |
| IUPAC | 2-methylbutyl benzoate |
| CAS Number | 52513-03-8 |
| EINECS | 257-982-0 |
| FDA UNII | Search |
| Molecular Formula | C12 H16 O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 192.25792000 |
| MDL Number | MFCD06252402 |
| Nikkaji Number | J295.683G |
| XlogP3 | 4.00 (est) |
Regulatory
Physical Properties
| Appearance | colorless to pale yellow clear liquid (est) |
| Assay | 95.00 to 100.00 |
| Food Chemicals Codex Listed | No |
| Boiling Point | 259.00 to 260.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.013000 mmHg @ 25.00 °C. (est) |
| Flash Point | 228.00 °F. TCC ( 108.89 °C. ) |
| logP (o/w) | 4.007 (est) |
| Soluble in | alcohol |
| Insoluble in | water |
No sensory data available
Safety Information
| Oral/Parenteral Toxicity | Not determined |
| Dermal Toxicity | Not determined |
| Inhalation Toxicity | Not determined |
GHS Classification
['GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)', 'GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements']
Safety in Use
| Category | flavoring agents |
| Recommendation for 2-methyl butyl benzoate usage levels up to | not for fragrance use. |
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Potential Uses
Natural Occurrence
Synonyms
benzoic acid, butyl-, 2-methyl ester
1-
butanol, 2-methyl-, benzoate
2-
methyl-1-butanol benzoate
2-
methylbutyl benzoate
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