Propyl Propionate
- CAS No.106-36-5
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity propyl propionate (CAS 106-36-5), ideal as a specialty solvent and gas chromatography standard for analytical and industrial applications.
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Product Overview
Propyl propionate (systematic name: propanoic acid propyl ester) is a colorless to pale yellow liquid ester with a characteristic fruity odor. With a molecular formula of C6H12O2 and a molecular weight of 116.16 g/mol, it is widely utilized in analytical chemistry and specialty chemical formulations due to its excellent solvency profile and volatility characteristics.
Specifications
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
|---|---|
| Purity | ≥99.0% (Test result: 99.6%) |
| Acid Content | ≤0.1% (Test result: 0.03%) |
| Water Content | ≤0.1% (Test result: 0.02%) |
| Conclusion | Conforms to Factory Standard |
Physical Properties
- Density: 0.881 g/mL at 25 °C
- Boiling Point: 122–124 °C
- Melting Point: −76 °C
- Flash Point: 76 °F (24.4 °C)
- Refractive Index: n20/D 1.393
Industrial Applications
Propyl propionate serves as a high-performance solvent in various industrial processes and is particularly valued as a certified reference material in gas chromatography (GC) analysis. Its consistent purity and low water content make it suitable for sensitive analytical workflows, quality control laboratories, and as a component in fragrance and flavor formulations where precise volatility is required.
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