Isopropyl Acetate

Basic Information of Isopropyl Acetate

Isopropyl Acetate (CAS No. 108-21-4) is meticulously produced to meet stringent quality standards, ensuring exceptional purity and consistent performance for your diverse industrial needs:

CAS No.:	108-21-4
EC No.:	203-561-1
Linear Formula:	CH₃COOCH(CH₃)₂
Molecular Weight:	102.13
Appearance:	Transparent Liquid
Odor:	Mild, fruity odor.
Melting Point:	-73 °C
Boiling point:	88.8 °C
Density:	0.872 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Solubility:	Slightly soluble in water; miscible with most organic solvents.
Flash Point:	62 °F
Purity:	Flammable liquid and vapor.
RIDADR:	UN 1220 3/PG 2
Chemical Structure:

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Primary Applications of Isopropyl Acetate

Isopropyl Acetate's unique combination of properties, including its solvent power, evaporation profile, and pleasant aroma, makes it highly versatile for various industrial uses:

1. Solvent in Printing Inks:

   It is widely used as a solvent in flexographic and rotogravure printing inks, providing good solubility for resins, fast drying, and excellent flow properties, contributing to high-quality print results.

2. Paints, Coatings, and Lacquers:

   Isopropyl Acetate is an effective solvent for nitrocellulose, acrylics, epoxies, and other resins found in paints, coatings, and lacquers. It provides good solvency and a balanced evaporation rate, making it suitable for automotive finishes, wood lacquers, and industrial coatings.

3. Thinners and Cleaners:

   Its strong solvency and evaporation characteristics make it an excellent component in paint thinners, industrial cleaning agents, and degreasers for various manufacturing processes and equipment maintenance.

4. Fragrances and Flavorings:

   Due to its mild, fruity aroma, Isopropyl Acetate is used as a component in certain fragrances, perfumes, and as a flavor enhancer in some food applications, albeit in very low concentrations.

5. Chemical Intermediate:

   It can serve as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of other organic compounds, although this is a less common application compared to its primary role as a solvent.

6. Nail Polish Removers:

   Its effective solvent properties contribute to its use in some nail polish remover formulations.

• Exceptional Purity & Consistency: Our Isopropyl Acetate is manufactured to stringent purity specifications, ensuring optimal performance and compliance for your demanding applications.

• Commitment to Quality & Safety: We adhere to the highest industry standards for quality management, safety, and environmental responsibility across all our operations, ensuring peace of mind for our clients.

Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Irritant (GHS07), Health Hazard (GHS08)

• Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; causes serious eye irritation; may cause drowsiness or dizziness.

• UN Number: UN 1220

• Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)

• Packing Group: II