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Catalog Number:
34168
CAS Number:
109-94-4
Ethyl formate
Grade:
meets FG specifications, KOSHER, FEMA 2434
Purity:
95 - 100% (GC)
Synonym(s):
Formic acid ethyl ester
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Product Information
Synonyms
Formic acid ethyl ester
CAS Number
109-94-4
Purity
95 - 100% (GC)
Grade
meets FG specifications, KOSHER, FEMA 2434
Molecular Formula
C3H6O2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00003294
PubChem ID
8025
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Boiling Point
53 - 55 °C
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.359 - 1.363
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
Formic acid ethyl ester
CAS Number
109-94-4
Purity
95 - 100% (GC)
Grade
meets FG specifications, KOSHER, FEMA 2434
Molecular Formula
C3H6O2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00003294
PubChem ID
8025
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Boiling Point
53 - 55 °C
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.359 - 1.363
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Ethyl formate is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Flavoring Agent: Commonly used in the food industry, ethyl formate provides a fruity flavor to various products, enhancing the taste of candies, beverages, and baked goods.
  • Solvent in Organic Synthesis: In laboratories, it serves as a solvent for organic reactions, facilitating the synthesis of various chemical compounds due to its favorable properties.
  • Pesticide Formulation: Ethyl formate is employed in the agricultural sector as a fumigant and pesticide, effectively controlling pests while being less toxic to humans and the environment compared to other chemicals.
  • Perfume and Fragrance Industry: Its pleasant aroma makes it a popular ingredient in perfumes and fragrances, allowing manufacturers to create appealing scents for personal care products.
  • Biotechnology Applications: In biotechnological research, it is used as a reagent in the extraction and purification processes, aiding in the isolation of specific compounds from biological samples.

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