Hexyl acetate
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Skeletal formula of hexyl acetate | |
Ball-and-stick model of the hexyl acetate molecule | |
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IUPAC name
Hexyl acetate
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Other names
n-Hexyl acetate; Capryl acetate; 1-Hexyl acetate
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Identifiers | |
142-92-7 ![]() |
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ChEBI | CHEBI:87510 ![]() |
ChemSpider | 8568 ![]() |
EC Number | 205-572-7 |
Jmol 3D model | Interactive image |
PubChem | 8908 |
UNII | 7U7KU3MWT0 ![]() |
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Properties | |
C8H16O2 | |
Molar mass | 144.21 g·mol−1 |
Appearance | Colorless liquid |
Density | 0.8673 g/cm3 |
Melting point | −80 °C (−112 °F; 193 K) |
Boiling point | 155–156 °C (311–313 °F; 428–429 K) |
0.4 g/L (20 °C) | |
Vapor pressure | {{{value}}} |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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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 (such as apples and plums) as well as alcoholic beverages.[2][3]