Ethyl formate

ALDRICH/W243418 - ≥97%, FCC, FG

Synonym: Ethyl methanoate; Formic acid ethyl ester

CAS Number: 109-94-4
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₃H₆O₂
Molecular Weight: 74.08
EC Number: 203-721-0
MDL Number: MFCD00003294
Linear Formula: HCOOC₂H₅
Product Type: Chemical

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agency	follows IFRA guidelines
	meets purity specifications of JECFA
application(s)	flavors and fragrances
assay	≥97%
autoignition temp.	851 °F
biological source	synthetic
bp	52-54 °C (lit.)
density	0.921 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.)
documentation	see Safety & Documentation for available documents
expl. lim.	16 %
food allergen	no known allergens
fragrance allergen	no known allergens
grade	FG
	Fragrance grade
	Halal
	Kosher
InChI	1S/C3H6O2/c1-2-5-3-4/h3H,2H2,1H3
InChI key	WBJINCZRORDGAQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
mp	−80 °C (lit.)
organoleptic	ethereal; rum; wine-like
Quality Level	400
refractive index	n20/D 1.359 (lit.)
reg. compliance	EU Regulation 1223/2009
	EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002
	FCC
	FDA 21 CFR 117
	FDA 21 CFR 184.1295
SMILES string	CCOC=O
vapor density	2.5 (vs air)
vapor pressure	15.16 psi ( 55 °C)
	3.79 psi ( 20 °C)

Application:	Thermodynamic Analysis of Eplerenone in 13 Pure Solvents at Temperatures from 283.15 to 323.15 K.: This study focuses on the solubility of Eplerenone, using ethyl formate as one of the solvents, to understand the compound′s interactions and stability, contributing to pharmaceutical formulations and drug delivery systems (Liu et al., 2024 ). Ethyl Formate Fumigation against Pineapple Mealybug, Dysmicoccus brevipes, a Quarantine Insect Pest of Pineapples.: This research evaluates ethyl formate as a potential fumigant for controlling pineapple mealybugs, offering an alternative to traditional pesticides with potential applications in sustainable agricultural practices (Kwon et al., 2024 ). Development of a Concurrent Treatment Technique of Ethyl Formate and Mixtures (Nitrogen, Phosphine) to Control Citrus Mealybug (Planococcus citri).: This research explores a novel pest control strategy using ethyl formate combined with other gases, aiming to improve efficacy and reduce environmental impact in managing citrus mealybug infestations (Kim et al., 2023 ).
General description:	Ethyl formate is a flavoring agent with a rum-like odor. It has been known to act as a fumigant against insect pests in stored foods.
Packaging:	1 drum in steel drum
Packaging:	1 kg in glass bottle
Packaging:	10, 25 kg in composite drum

Symbol	GHS02,GHS07
Signal word	Danger
Hazard statements	H225 - H302 + H332 - H319 - H335
Precautionary statements	P210 - P233 - P240 - P301 + P312 - P304 + P340 + P312 - P305 + P351 + P338
Hazard Codes	F,Xn
Risk Statements	11-20/22-36/37
Safety Statements	9-16-24-26-33
RIDADR	UN1190 - class 3 - PG 2 - Ethyl formate
WGK Germany	WGK 1
Flash Point(F)	-4.0 °F - closed cup
Flash Point(C)	-20 °C - closed cup

Purity	≥97%
bp	52-54 °C (lit.)
mp	−80 °C (lit.)
Density	0.921 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.)
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.359 (lit.)
FEMA Number	2434
UNSPSC	12164502

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