Origint-Butyl acetate is synthesized from acetic acid and t-butanol, both derived from petrochemical sources. It is produced through esterification, where acetic acid reacts with t-butanol in the presence of a catalyst.
Tert-butyl acetate is a colorless liquid with a mild odor. Floats on water. Produces irritating vapor. (USCG, 1999)
Solubility Insoluble (NIOSH, 2024)
Formula
C6H12O2
Mol. Weight
116.16
CAS #
540-88-5
Form
Liquid
State
Tert-butyl acetate is a colorless liquid with a mild odor. Floats on water. Produces irritating vapor. (USCG, 1999)
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Dissolves Ingredients
Dissolves other ingredients
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