Propyl acetate, also known as n-propyl acetate, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C₅H₁₁₁₂O₂. It is primarily used as a flavoring agent, food flavorant, and nitrocellulose solvent.

SPECIFICATIONS

Density: 0.888 g/cm³

Melting Point: -95°C

Boiling Point: 102°C

Flash Point: 13°C (CC)

Refractive Index: 1.384 (20°C)

Saturated Vapor Pressure: 3.3 kPa (20°C)

Critical Temperature: 276.2°C

Critical Pressure: 3.33 MPa

Ignition Temperature: 450°C

Upper Explosion Limit (V/V): 8.0%

Lower Explosion Limit (V/V): 2.0%

Appearance: Colorless liquid

Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents such as alcohols, ketones, esters, and oils