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1-Quart plastic bottle of Alliance Chemical N-Butyl Acetate with a ribbed screw cap and product label.
Two 1-quart Alliance Chemical N-Butyl Acetate plastic bottles with white caps and product labels.
Four 1-quart plastic bottles of Alliance Chemical N-Butyl Acetate with white caps and product labels.
Four 1-gallon HDPE jugs of Alliance Chemical N-Butyl Acetate with white caps, handles, and product labels in a cardboard box.
Full pallet (48 boxes) of n-butyl acetate in industrial cardboard containers with Alliance Chemical branding on pallet
5-gallon steel drum of Alliance Chemical N-Butyl Acetate solvent, black container with yellow label displaying NFPA diamond
15-gallon HDPE drum of N-Butyl Acetate solvent from Alliance Chemical with NFPA diamond warning label and secure screw cap
55-gallon blue plastic drum of industrial N-Butyl Acetate solvent with Alliance Chemical label, and secure lid fittings
275-gallon IBC tote of N-Butyl Acetate solvent in white poly container , NFPA diamond label, Alliance Chemical branding
36 drums (55-gallon each) of n-butyl acetate solvent by Alliance Chemical, arranged on pallet, black steel drums
8x1 quart N-Butyl Acetate in ribbed HDPE bottles with yellow safety labels, Alliance Chemical industrial solvent, NFPA
Alliance Chemical One-gallon HDPE container of N-Butyl Acetate solvent NFPA diamond, and white-yellow gradient label design
2-gallon HDPE jugs of N-Butyl Acetate by Alliance Chemical first aid instructions, and NFPA hazard warnings
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Quick Answer

What is N-Butyl Acetate used for, and what should buyers verify before ordering?

N-Butyl Acetate is supplied at 99-100.5% in Technical Grade with UN 1123, DOT Class 3 . Buyers should confirm pack size, grade, SDS, COA needs, and freight requirements before purchase.

  • Assay: 99-100.5%
  • Grade: Technical Grade
  • UN number: UN 1123
  • DOT class: 3
  • Documents: SDS and lot-specific COA support
  • Shipping: UPS for small packs; LTL/FTL for pails, drums, totes, and bulk orders

Commercial Fulfillment Snapshot

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Ships from Taylor, Texas. In-stock orders placed before 1:00 PM CT (Mon-Thu) and before 12:00 PM CT (Fri) typically ship same business day. Order online 24/7.

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Lot-specific COA is issued per shipment batch.

Who Buys This
  • Paint & coating manufacturers
  • Adhesive production companies
  • Printing ink manufacturers
  • Chemical processing facilities
  • Industrial solvent users
Purity / Grade Guide
  • Industrial & lab applications
  • Purity verified by COA
  • Suitable for commercial use
  • Excellent solvency properties
Pack Sizes
  • 1 Quart: lab & small jobs
  • 1 Gallon: shop & maintenance
  • 5 Gallon: production & regular use
  • 15 Gallon: mid-volume operations
  • 55 Gallon: bulk drum
  • 275 Gallon: high-volume tote
  • 330 Gallon: max-volume tote
SDS / COA / TDS
  • UN 1123 Class 3 packaging
  • Complete SDS documentation
  • COA with every shipment
  • DOT compliant labeling
Small Packs: UPS Ground nationwide for pints, quarts, and gallons.
LTL / FTL: ABF, SEFL, Saia, XPO, and partner carriers for pails, drums, totes, and full truckloads.
Support: Email or call for freight options, hazardous-material routing, and lead-time confirmation.

Why N-Butyl Acetate

Reagent grade N-Butyl Acetate (CAS 123-86-4) delivers the strict analytical purity required for exact chemical synthesis, laboratory extractions, and sensitive industrial formulations where trace impurities would disrupt complex reactions. As a colorless, volatile liquid characterized by strong solubility in organic solvents and slight solubility in water, this specific grade provides a highly predictable, medium evaporation rate that leaves virtually zero residue upon drying. Solvents buyers requiring tight control over evaporation profiles and solvency power choose the reagent specification to guarantee consistent performance, preventing the introduction of unwanted moisture or particulate contamination into controlled manufacturing pathways.

Best Applications for This Grade

  • Commonly applied in the formulation of specialized industrial coatings, inks, and thinners, where its strict purity and consistent evaporation rate control drying times, preventing moisture blush and improving the leveling of the final film.
  • Commonly applied in analytical laboratory environments as a precise liquid-liquid extraction solvent, facilitating the reliable separation of target chemical compounds without introducing trace background interference during sensitive chromatographic analysis.
  • Commonly applied in intermediate chemical synthesis operations, functioning as a predictable, low-moisture reaction medium that maintains stable conditions for achieving exact synthetic yields.
  • Commonly applied in precision cleaning protocols for critical industrial machinery, leveraging its strong ester solvency power to dissolve stubborn organic residues, greases, and uncured polymers while evaporating cleanly without leaving particulate matter.

When to Choose a Different Grade

  • If your formulation specifically requires a primary aliphatic alcohol to introduce hydroxyl reactivity or different hydrogen-bonding characteristics rather than an ester, evaluate N-Butyl Alcohol.
  • If your manufacturing process demands a solvent with an entirely different latent heat of vaporization or a shift in the solubility parameters to target specific resins incompatible with acetates, transition your focus to N-Butyl Alcohol.
  • If your operation involves heavy-duty industrial degreasing, bulk coating reduction, or general equipment maintenance where absolute analytical purity is not an operational requirement, a standard technical grade solvent will meet your solvency needs with greater cost-efficiency.
Property Value
Molecular Weight 116.16
Formula CH3COO(CH2)3CH3
Assay 99-100.5%
Grade Technical Grade
Flash Point 22°C (71.6°F)
Form Liquid
Solubility Soluble in organic solvents, slightly soluble in water
Appearance Colorless liquid
Melting Point -78
Boiling Point 126
Specific Gravity 0.882
Industry Industrial, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Cleaning Products, Chemical Manufacturing

Frequently Asked Questions About N-Butyl Acetate

What is N-Butyl Acetate and what is its chemical formula?
N-Butyl Acetate is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C6H12O2, registered under CAS Number 123-86-4 by the Chemical Abstracts Service (PubChem), with a molecular weight of 116.16 g/mol. Alliance Chemical supplies N-Butyl Acetate in Technical grade for laboratory, industrial, and commercial applications.
What are the physical properties of N-Butyl Acetate?
According to the NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards, N-Butyl Acetate is supplied as a colorless, volatile liquid with a characteristic odor. It has a melting point of -78°C (-108.4°F)°C, a boiling point of 126°C (258.8°F)°C, a flash point of 22°C (71.6°F). The specific gravity is 0.882 relative to water. Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents, slightly soluble in water.
What grade and purity of N-Butyl Acetate does Alliance Chemical offer?
Alliance Chemical offers N-Butyl Acetate in Technical grade. Every lot ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) prepared in accordance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 and GHS Revision 7. Download SDS.
What are common industrial applications of N-Butyl Acetate?
N-Butyl Acetate serves a wide range of sectors, including Industrial & Manufacturing.Alliance Chemical provides the documentation and quality certifications required for use in regulated environments.
What PPE is required when handling N-Butyl Acetate?
OSHA-mandated PPE per 29 CFR 1910.132-138:Nitrile gloves (8+ mil), safety goggles, flame-resistant clothing, grounded footwear, closed-toe chemical-resistant footwear. Respiratory protection (organic vapor cartridge) required in areas exceeding PEL/TLV per 29 CFR 1910.134. Emergency eyewash station and safety shower must be accessible within 10 seconds per ANSI Z358.1. Consult the SDS available from Alliance Chemical for complete PPE requirements.
What are the storage requirements for N-Butyl Acetate?
Store perOSHA 29 CFR 1910.106: Approved flammable storage cabinet, maximum 60 gallons per cabinet, grounding/bonding required. Temperature range:15-25°C. Segregate from:oxidizers, ignition sources. Maximum storage:2-3 years unopened.
What is the emergency spill procedure for N-Butyl Acetate?
Emergency response per EPA SPCC (40 CFR 112) and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120: (1) Alert personnel, evacuate area to 100 feet. (2) Eliminate ignition sources if flammable. (3) Don PPE per SDS Section 8. (4) Stop leak if safe; use emergency shutoffs. (5) Contain with non-combustible absorbent materials, dike with sand/earth. (6)Absorb with vermiculite or commercial spill kits. (7) Collect in DOT-approved containers, label as hazardous waste. Check 40 CFR 302.4 for Reportable Quantity. Emergency: Chemtel 1-800-255-3924 (24/7). Non-emergency: Alliance Chemical 512-365-6838.
What is the DOT shipping classification for N-Butyl Acetate?
DOT Classification per 49 CFR 172.101:UNUN1123, Hazard Class3, Packing GroupIII. Requires: Hazmat shipping papers (49 CFR 172.200), UN specification packaging (49 CFR 173), hazmat labels (172.400). Alliance Chemical ships all orders in DOT-compliant packaging with proper documentation.
How must N-Butyl Acetate waste be disposed?
Disposal per RCRA (40 CFR 261-265):Characteristic waste D001 (Ignitable, flash point <60°C). Generator requirements: EPA ID number required if >100 kg/month (40 CFR 262.12). Use EPA-permitted Treatment, Storage, Disposal Facility (TSDF). Never discharge to sewer without POTW written approval (40 CFR 403). Container disposal: Triple rinse (40 CFR 261.7), offer for reconditioning/recycling. State regulations may be more stringent — check with your local environmental agency. Consult the Alliance Chemical SDS for product-specific disposal guidance.
Does Alliance Chemical provide an SDS and COA for N-Butyl Acetate?
Yes. Alliance Chemical provides a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and Certificate of Analysis (COA) for every lot of N-Butyl Acetate. The SDS is prepared in accordance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 and the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Revision 7, covering all 16 required sections including hazard identification, first aid measures, firefighting measures, handling and storage, exposure controls, and regulatory information. The SDS is available for download directly from this product page. COAs are available upon request by contacting Alliance Chemical at 512-365-6838.

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