Name | hexyl formate |
Synonyms | FEMA 2570 HEXYL FORMATE hexyl formate Hexylmethanoate N-HEXYL FORMATE n-Hexyl methanoate formicacidhexylester Formicacid,hexylester Formic acid n-hexyl ester n-Hexyl formate, (Formic acid n-hexyl ester) |
CAS | 629-33-4 |
EINECS | 211-087-1 |
InChI | InChI=1/C7H14O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-9-7-8/h7H,2-6H2,1H3 |
Molecular Formula | C7H14O2 |
Molar Mass | 130.18 |
Density | 0.879g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Melting Point | −63°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 155-156°C(lit.) |
Flash Point | 118°F |
JECFA Number | 120 |
Vapor Presure | 2.97mmHg at 25°C |
Appearance | clear liquid |
Color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
BRN | 1701629 |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.407(lit.) |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless liquid, Apple and unripe plum like sweet aroma, with corresponding sweet taste. Boiling point 176.7 °c. Very soluble in water, miscible in ethanol and ether. Natural products are found in peach, grape and apple. |
Use | Used as an intermediate of vitamin B1 |
Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
Risk Codes | R10 - Flammable R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. |
UN IDs | UN 3272 3/PG 3 |
WGK Germany | 2 |
RTECS | LQ8595000 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29151300 |
Hazard Class | 3 |
Packing Group | III |
FEMA | 2570 | HEXYL FORMATE |
EPA chemical substance information | information provided by: ofmpeb.epa.gov (external link) |
content analysis | determined by gas chromatography (GT-10-4) using a non-polar column method. |
toxicity | can be used safely in foods (FDA,§ 172.515,2000). |
usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): Soft drink 12; Candy 39; Cold drink 45; Baked goods 52. |
Use | GB 2760-1996 specifies the permitted use of food flavors. used as intermediate of vitamin B1 |
production method | is a direct esterification of hexanol and formic acid by heating for a long time. Obtained by azeotropic distillation of N-hexanol and isopropyl formate. |
category | flammable liquid |
toxicity grade | low toxicity |
Acute toxicity | oral-rat LD50: 5000 mg/kg |
flammability hazard characteristics | in case of open flame, high temperature, flammable oxidant; Combustion stimulus smoke |
storage and transportation characteristics | The warehouse is ventilated and dried at low temperature; It is stored separately from the oxidant |
extinguishing agent | dry powder, dry sand, carbon dioxide, foam, 1211 extinguishing agent |