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General Material Information

Preferred name butyl acetate
Trivial Name Butyl acetate
Short Description acetic acid, butyl ester
Formula C6 H12 O2
CAS Number 123-86-4
FEMA Number 2174
Flavis Number 9.004
ECHA Number 204-658-1
FDA UNII 464P5N1905
Nikkaji Number J2.932G
Beilstein Number 1741921
MDL MFCD00009445
COE Number 194
Bio Activity Summary External link
NMR Predictor External link
JECFA Food Flavoring 127 butyl acetate
FDA Patent No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances
FDA Mainterm 123-86-4 ; BUTYL ACETATE
Synonyms
  • acetic acid butyl ester
  • acetic acid butylester
  • acetic acid N-butyl ester
  • acetic acid, butyl ester
  • 1-acetoxybutane
  • 1-butyl acetate
  • N- butyl acetate
  • nat. butyl acetate
  • butyl acetate (N-butyl acetate)
  • butyl acetate (natural)
  • butyl acetate FCC
  • butyl acetate natural
  • N- butyl acetate natural
  • butyl acetate normal FCC
  • butyl ester of acetic acid
  • N- butyl ester of acetic acid
  • butyl ethanoate
  • N- butyl ethanoate
  • N- butylacetate
  • eastapure N-butyl acetate
  • essigsaeurebutylester
  • n-Butyl acetate
  • 1-Butyl acetate
  • 1-Acetoxybutane
  • NSC 9298
  • NBA
  • H 6D4051

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butyl acetate
NIST Chemistry WebBook:Search Inchi
Canada Domestic Sub. List:123-86-4
Pubchem (cid):31272
Pubchem (sid):134974747
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Publications by Info
Volatile Flavor Components in Bogyojosaeng and Suhong Cultivars of Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa Duch.)
Publications by PubMed
Ultrasound-assisted butyl acetate synthesis catalyzed by Novozym 435: enhanced activity and operational stability.
Classification of wines from five Spanish origin denominations by aromatic compound analysis.
Aroma development during ripening of Fragaria chiloensis fruit and participation of an alcohol acyltransferase (FcAAT1) gene.
Production of butyl acetate ester by lipase from novel strain of Rhizopus oryzae.
Changes in the volatile compounds and chemical and physical properties of Kuerle fragrant pear (Pyrus serotina Reld) during storage.
Interaction of cyclodextrins with aliphatic acetate esters and aroma components of La France pear.
An alcohol acyl transferase from apple (cv. Royal Gala), MpAAT1, produces esters involved in apple fruit flavor.
Production of volatile organic sulfur compounds (VOSCs) by basidiomycetous yeasts.
Butyl acetate and yeasts interact in adhesion and germination of Botrytis cinerea conidia in vitro and in fungal decay of golden delicious apple.
Volatile Flavor Compounds Produced by Molds of Aspergillus, Penicillium, and Fungi imperfecti.
Reduction of Methanol in Brewed Wine by the Use of Atmospheric and Room-Temperature Plasma Method and the Combination Optimization of Malt with Different Adjuncts.
Production of Volatiles in Fresh-Cut Apple: Effect of Applying Alginate Coatings Containing Linoleic Acid or Isoleucine.
Combined effects of ultrasound and immobilization protocol on butyl acetate synthesis catalyzed by CALB.
Discrimination of varietal wines according to their volatiles.
Chemical studies on curuba (Passiflora mollissima (Kunth) L. H. Bailey) fruit flavour.
Effect of storage under extremely low oxygen on the volatile composition of 'Royal Gala' apples.
Characterization of plant-derived lactococci on the basis of their volatile compounds profile when grown in milk.
Study of sensory interactions among red wine fruity esters in a model solution.
Pomegranate juice adulteration by addition of grape or peach juices.
Headspace single-drop microextraction gas chromatography mass spectrometry for the analysis of volatile compounds from herba asari.
Ultrasound-assisted butyl acetate synthesis catalyzed by Novozym 435: enhanced activity and operational stability.
Sonication in combination with heat and low pressure as an alternative pasteurization treatment--effect on Escherichia coli K12 inactivation and quality of apple cider.
Fragrance material review on 2-methyl-4-phenyl-2-butyl acetate.
Immobilization of lipase B from Candida antarctica on porous styrene-divinylbenzene beads improves butyl acetate synthesis.
Volatile composition of four southern highbush blueberry cultivars and effect of growing location and harvest date.
Comprehensive study of the evolution of gas-liquid partitioning of aroma compounds during wine alcoholic fermentation.
Aroma development during ripening of Fragaria chiloensis fruit and participation of an alcohol acyltransferase (FcAAT1) gene.
Impact of thermal and nonthermal processing technologies on unfermented apple cider aroma volatiles.
Final report of the addendum to the safety assessment of n-butyl alcohol as used in cosmetics.
Wavelength dependence of light-induced lipid oxidation and naturally occurring photosensitizers in cheese.
Butyl 2-(3-benzoyl-thio-ureido)acetate.
Effects of tert-butyl acetate on maternal toxicity and embryo-fetal development in Sprague-Dawley rats.
Production of butyl acetate ester by lipase from novel strain of Rhizopus oryzae.
Developmental toxic effects of ethylbenzene or toluene alone and in combination with butyl acetate in rats after inhalation exposure.
Changes in the volatile compounds and chemical and physical properties of Kuerle fragrant pear (Pyrus serotina Reld) during storage.
Multiple microbial activities for volatile organic compounds reduction by biofiltration.
Enhanced urinary odor discrimination in female aromatase knockout (ArKO) mice.
Mathematical modeling of biofiltration in activated pine-bark charge of a biofilter.
Injector-internal thermal desorption from edible oils. Part 1: visual experiments on sample deposition on the liner wall.
An alcohol acyl transferase from apple (cv. Royal Gala), MpAAT1, produces esters involved in apple fruit flavor.
Changes in volatile emissions from apple trees and associated response of adult female codling moths over the fruit-growing season.
Effectiveness of allyl acetate as a fumigant against five stored grain beetle pests.
Investigation of volatiles in Charentais cantaloupe melons (Cucumis melo Var. cantalupensis). Characterization of aroma constituents in some cultivars.
[Simulation of migration from internal can coatings].
Volatile response of four apple varieties with different coatings during marketing at room temperature.
Effect of 1-methylcyclopropene on volatile emission and aroma in cv. Anna apples.
Tailoring fatty food simulants made from solvent mixtures (2): determining the equivalent migration behaviour of olive oil and of solvents in the case of polyolefins.
Antimicrobial and bactericidal activities of esters of 2-endo-hydroxy-1,8-cineole as new aroma chemicals.
Mycoactive acetate esters from apple fruit stimulate adhesion and germination of conidia of the gray mold fungus.
Butyl acetate and yeasts interact in adhesion and germination of Botrytis cinerea conidia in vitro and in fungal decay of golden delicious apple.
Evaluation of subchronic toxicity of n-butyl acetate vapor.
Interactions between artificial saliva and 20 aroma compounds in water and oil model systems.
Tailoring fatty food simulants made from solvent mixtures (1): comparison of methanol, ethanol and isopropanol behaviour with polystyrene.
Evaluation of subchronic neurotoxicity of n-butyl acetate vapor.
Food and packaging interactions: tailoring fatty food simulants.
[A method of atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) for analysis of cadmium and lead levels in the plant material].
Sampling procedure and determination of lead in canned foods.

Other Information

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KEGG (GenomeNet):C12304
HMDB (The Human Metabolome Database):HMDB31325
FooDB:FDB003386
Export Tariff Code:2902.90.9000
Typical G.C.
VCF-Online:VCF Volatile Compounds in Food
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Wikipedia:View

PhysChem Properties

Material listed in food chemical codex Yes
Molecular weight 116.16004180908
Specific gravity @ 25 °C
Pounds per Gallon 7.289 to 7.372
Refractive Index 1.387 to 1.397 @ 20 °C
Acid Value 0.2 max KOH/g
Vapor Pressure 11.5 mmHg @ 25 °C
Vapor Density 4
Flash Point TCC Value 25.56 °C TCC
logP (o/w) 1.78
Shelf life 24 months (or longer if stored properly.)
Storage notes Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.
Solubility
alcohol Yes
propylene glycol Yes
water, 8400 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp) Yes

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Type: Ethereal
ethereal, solvent, fruity, banana, sharp
Odor strength high , recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less
Substantivity < 4 hour(s) at 100.00 %
Luebke, William tgsc, (1989) At 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. ethereal solvent fruity banana
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 24, No. 2, 49, (1999) Sharp, etherial, diffusive, fruity banana
Flavor Type: Ethereal
sweet, ripe, banana, tutti frutti, tropical, candy, green
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 24, No. 2, 49, (1999) At 30.00 ppm. Sweet, ripe banana, tutti frutti, tropical and candy-like with green nuances

Occurrences

Safety Information

Safety information

Preferred SDS: View
European information :
Most important hazard(s):
Xi - Irritant
R 10 - Flammable.
R 66 - Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R 67 - Vapours may cause frowsiness and dizziness.
S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children.
S 16 - Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking.
S 23 - Do not breath vapour.
S 25 - Avoid contact with eyes.
S 25 - Avoid contact with eyes.
S 29 - Do not empty into drains.
S 36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 10768 mg/kg
LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: OTHER CHANGES LIVER: OTHER CHANGES BEHAVIORAL: SOMNOLENCE (GENERAL DEPRESSED ACTIVITY)
Acute Toxicity Data. Journal of the American College of Toxicology, Part B. Vol. 1, Pg. 196, 1992.

oral-rabbit LD50 3200 mg/kg
"Toxicometric Parameters of Industrial Toxic Chemicals Under Single Exposure," Izmerov, N.F., et al., Moscow, Centre of

oral-mouse LD50 6000 mg/kg
Gigiena Truda i Professional'nye Zabolevaniya. Labor Hygiene and Occupational Diseases. Vol. 25(11), Pg. 57, 1981.

intraperitoneal-mouse LD50 1230 mg/kg
Shell Chemical Company. Unpublished Report. Vol. -, Pg. 2, 1961.

oral-guinea pig LD50 4700 mg/kg
"Toxicometric Parameters of Industrial Toxic Chemicals Under Single Exposure," Izmerov, N.F., et al., Moscow, Centre of International Projects, GKNT, 1982Vol. -, Pg. 28, 1982.

Dermal Toxicity:
skin-rabbit LD50 > 17600 mg/kg
Raw Material Data Handbook, Vol.1: Organic Solvents, 1974. Vol. 1, Pg. 7, 1974.

Inhalation Toxicity:
inhalation-rat LC50 390 ppm/4H
LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: ACUTE PULMONARY EDEMA BLOOD: HEMORRHAGE BEHAVIORAL: CHANGES IN MOTOR ACTIVITY (SPECIFIC ASSAY)
Inhalation Toxicology. Vol. 9, Pg. 623, 1997.

inhalation-mouse LC50 6000 mg/m3/2H
Yakkyoku. Pharmacy. Vol. 32, Pg. 1241, 1981.

inhalation-rat TCLo 68000 mg/m3/72M
GASTROINTESTINAL: CHANGES IN STRUCTURE OR FUNCTION OF SALIVARY GLANDS BEHAVIORAL: GENERAL ANESTHETIC LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: EMPHYSEMA
Archiv fuer Gewerbepathologie und Gewerbehygiene. Vol. 5, Pg. 1, 1933.

inhalation-guinea pig TCLo 67000 mg/m3/4H
BEHAVIORAL: ANTIPSYCHOTIC SENSE ORGANS AND SPECIAL SENSES: OTHER: EYE
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 17, Pg. 515, 1979.

inhalation-human TCLo 200 ppm
LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: OTHER CHANGES SENSE ORGANS AND SPECIAL SENSES: OTHER CHANGES: OLFACTION SENSE ORGANS AND SPECIAL SENSES: CONJUNCTIVE IRRITATION: EYE
Journal of Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology. Vol. 25, Pg. 282, 1943.

inhalation-mammal (species unspecified) LC50 40000 mg/m3
Gigiena Truda i Professional'nye Zabolevaniya. Labor Hygiene and Occupational Diseases. Vol. 32(10), Pg. 25, 1988.

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Recommendation for butyl acetate usage levels up to:
4.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Maximised Survey-derived Daily Intakes (MSDI-EU): 1200.00 (μg/capita/day)
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library
publication number: 3
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average usual ppmaverage maximum ppm
baked goods: -32.00000
beverages(nonalcoholic): -11.00000
beverages(alcoholic): --
breakfast cereal: --
cheese: --
chewing gum: -220.00000
condiments / relishes: --
confectionery froastings: --
egg products: --
fats / oils: --
fish products: --
frozen dairy: -16.00000
fruit ices: -16.00000
gelatins / puddings: -13.00000
granulated sugar: --
gravies: --
hard candy: -32.00000
imitation dairy: --
instant coffee / tea: --
jams / jellies: --
meat products: --
milk products: --
nut products: --
other grains: --
poultry: --
processed fruits: --
processed vegetables: --
reconstituted vegetables: --
seasonings / flavors: --
snack foods: --
soft candy: --
soups: --
sugar substitutes: --
sweet sauces: --

Safety references

European Food Safety Athority(EFSA):Flavor usage levels; Subacute, Subchronic, Chronic and Carcinogenicity Studies; Developmental / Reproductive Toxicity Studies; Genotoxicity Studies...

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reference(s):

Opinion of the Scientific Panel on Food Additives, Flavourings, Processing Aids and Materials in contact with Food (AFC) on a request from the Commission related to Flavouring Group Evaluation 5: Esters of 23 branched- and straight-chain aliphatic saturated primary alcohols and of one secondary alcohol, and 24 branched- and straight-chain unsaturated carboxylic acids from chemical groups 1, 2, and 5
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 5, Revision 1 (FGE.05Rev1):Esters of branched- and straight-chain aliphatic saturated primary alcohols and of one secondary alcohol, and branched- and straight-chain unsaturated carboxylic acids from chemical groups 1, 2, and 5 (Commission Regulation (EC) No 1565/2000 of 18 July 2000) [1] - Opinion of the Scientific Panel on Food Additives, Flavourings, Processing Aids and Materials in contact with Food (AFC)
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 2, Revision 1 (FGE.02) : Branched- and straight-chain aliphatic saturated primary alcohols and related esters of primary alcohols and straight-chain carboxylic acids and one straight-chain aldehyde from chemical groups 1 and 2 (Commission Regulation (EC) No 1565/2000 of 18 July 2000) - Opinion of the Scientific Panel on Food Additives, Flavourings, Processing Aids and Materials in contact with Food (AFC)
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 5, Revision 2 (FGE.05Rev2): Branched- and straight-chain unsaturated carboxylic acids and esters of these with aliphatic saturated alcohols from chemical groups 1, 2, 3 and 5
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Scientific Opinion on the safety and efficacy of straight-chain primary aliphatic alcohols/aldehydes/acids, acetals and esters with esters containing saturated alcohols and acetals containing saturated aldehydes (chemical group 1) when used as flavourings for all animal species
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Risk Assessment of Food Contact Materials
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