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Propyl formate

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  • PROPYL FORMATE
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  • $1.10
  • 2026-05-15
  • CAS:110-74-7
  • Min. Order: 1g
  • Purity: 99.0% Min
  • Supply Ability: 100 Tons
Propyl formate Basic information
Product Name:Propyl formate
Synonyms:1-propylformate;Formiate de propyle;formiatedepropyle;HCOOCH2CH2CH3;Methanoicacid,propylester;n-Propyl formate (Ameisensre-n-propylester);Formic acid propyl;Propyl formate,99%
CAS:110-74-7
MF:C4H8O2
MW:88.11
EINECS:203-798-0
Product Categories:Organics
Mol File:110-74-7.mol
Propyl formate Structure
Propyl formate Chemical Properties
Melting point -93 °C (lit.)
Boiling point 80-81 °C (lit.)
density 0.904 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
vapor density 3.03 (vs air)
vapor pressure 100 mm Hg ( 29.5 °C)
refractive index n20/D 1.375(lit.)
FEMA 2943 | PROPYL FORMATE
Fp 25 °F
storage temp. Flammables area
solubility water: soluble45 part(lit.)
form clear liquid
color Colorless to Almost colorless
Odorat 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. sweet ethereal green rum fruity berry
Odor Typeethereal
biological sourcesynthetic
explosive limit2.4-7.8%(V)
Odor Threshold0.96ppm
Water Solubility 22g/L(22 ºC)
Thermal Conductivity0.137 W/(m·K) at 25 ℃
JECFA Number117
Merck 14,7858
BRN 1739272
Henry's Law Constant2.6×10-2 mol/(m3Pa) at 25℃, Burkholder et al. (2019)
Dielectric constant7.7(19℃)
Major Applicationflavors and fragrances
InChI1S/C4H8O2/c1-2-3-6-4-5/h4H,2-3H2,1H3
InChIKeyKFNNIILCVOLYIR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES[H]C(=O)OCCC
LogP0.83
CAS DataBase Reference110-74-7(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry SystemFormic acid, propyl ester (110-74-7)
Safety Information
Hazard Codes F,Xi
Risk Statements 11-36/37-67
Safety Statements 9-16-24-33
RIDADR UN 1281
WGK Germany 1
RTECS LR0175000
Autoignition Temperature851 °F
TSCA TSCA listed
HS Code 2915.13.5000
HazardClass 3
PackingGroup II
Storage Class3 - Flammable liquids
Hazard ClassificationsEye Irrit. 2
Flam. Liq. 2
STOT SE 3
ToxicityLD50 orally in rats: 3980 mg/kg, P. M. Jenner et al., Food Cosmet. Toxicol. 2, 327 (1964)
MSDS Information
ProviderLanguage
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Propyl formate Usage And Synthesis
Chemical PropertiesCLEAR COLORLESS LIQUID
Chemical PropertiesPropyl formate has a characteristic fruity (rum–plum) odor and a corresponding bittersweet flavor.
OccurrenceReported found in plum, brandy, apple, black currant, and pineapple.
UsesPropyl formate was used in the synthesis of the radicals - CH3CH2CHOCHO, CH3CHCH2OCHO, and CH2CH2CH2OCHO by TiCl3.H2O2 radical-generating method.
UsesFlavoring.
DefinitionChEBI: Propyl formate is a carboxylic ester.
PreparationBy action of sulfuric acid on a mixture of propyl alcohol, formic acid and sodium formate; also by distilling propyl alcohol with anhydrous formic acid in the presence of sodium formate.
Taste threshold valuesTaste characteristics at 50 ppm: fruity, green and ethereal with a berry lift.
General DescriptionA clear colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. Flash point 27°F. Slightly soluble in water and less dense than water. Hence floats on water. Vapors are heavier than air.
Air & Water ReactionsHighly flammable. Slightly soluble in water.
Reactivity ProfilePROPYL FORMATES are esters. React with acids to liberate heat along with propanols and formic acid. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by interaction with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing with alkali metals and hydrides.
HazardFlammable, dangerous fire risk.
Health HazardMay cause toxic effects if inhaled or absorbed through skin. Inhalation or contact with material may irritate or burn skin and eyes. Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution.
Fire HazardHIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. Many liquids are lighter than water.
Safety ProfileModerately toxic by ingestion. An irritant to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Narcotic in high concentration. Dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat, flame, or oxidizers. Ignites on contact with potassium-tert-butoxide. Explosive in the form of vapor when exposed to heat or flame. To fight fire, use alcohol foam. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. See also ESTERS.
Purification MethodsDistil the formate, then wash it with saturated aqueous NaCl, and with saturated aqueous NaHCO3 in the presence of solid NaCl, dry it with MgSO4 and fractionally distil it. [Beilstein 2 IV 26.]
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