Hexyl acetate[1] | |
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Hexyl acetate |
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Other names
n-Hexyl acetate; Capryl acetate; 1-Hexyl acetate |
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Identifiers | |
CAS number | 142-92-7 |
PubChem | 8908 |
ChemSpider | 8568 |
UNII | 7U7KU3MWT0 |
EC number | 205-572-7 |
Jmol-3D images | Image 1 |
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Properties | |
Molecular formula | C8H16O2 |
Molar mass | 144.21 g mol−1 |
Appearance | Colorless liquid |
Density | 0.8673 g/cm3 |
Melting point |
-80 °C, 193 K, -112 °F |
Boiling point |
171.5 °C, 445 K, 341 °F |
Solubility in water | 0.4 g/L (20 °C) |
(verify) (what is: / ?) Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) |
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Infobox references |
Hexyl acetate is an ester with the molecular formula C8H16O2. It is mainly used as a solvent for resins, polymers, fats and oils. It is also used as a paint additive to improve its dispersion on a surface.[2]
Hexyl acetate is also used as a flavoring because of its fruity odor, and it is naturally present in many fruits and alcoholic beverages.[2]