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Isopentyl acetate, 99%, cont. ca 10% other isomers, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
It is used as a masking agent, perfuming agent, and solvent in cosmetics industry. Mainly used in flavors and because of its intensive fruity taste especially for fruit flavors such as banana, strawberry, pear, apple and cherry flavors. Traces are used in certain sweet spicy types such as vanilla flavors. Occasionally used in perfumery when a fresh-fruity note is demanded. The major application is the use in nail polish removers and nail polish as a solvent. Isopentyl acetate is a widely employed ester.
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It is used as a masking agent, perfuming agent, and solvent in cosmetics industry. Mainly used in flavors and because of its intensive fruity taste especially for fruit flavors such as banana, strawberry, pear, apple and cherry flavors. Traces are used in certain sweet spicy types such as vanilla flavors. Occasionally used in perfumery when a fresh-fruity note is demanded. The major application is the use in nail polish removers and nail polish as a solvent. Isopentyl acetate is a widely employed ester.
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol, fixed oils, kerosene and paraffin oil. Insoluble in water, glycerin and propylene glycol.
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | -78°C |
| Density | 0.876 |
| Boiling Point | 142°C |
| Flash Point | 25°C (77°F) |
| Odor | Fruit-like |
| Refractive Index | 1.4 |
| Quantity | 500 mL |
| UN Number | UN1104 |
| Merck Index | 14,5111 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in alcohol,fixed oils,kerosene and paraffin oil. Insoluble in water,glycerin and propylene glycol. |
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Safety and Handling
- Isopentyl acetate
- Warning
- Flammable liquid Category 3
- H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
- EUH066-Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P403+P233-Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Isoamyl acetate
RUO – Research Use Only