W243418

Ethyl formate

≥97%, FCC, FG

• Synonym(s): Ethyl methanoate, Formic acid ethyl ester
• Linear Formula: HCOOC₂H₅
• CAS Number: 109-94-4
• Molecular Weight: 74.08
• FEMA Number: 2434
• Beilstein: 906769
• EC Number: 203-721-0
• Council of Europe no.: 339
• MDL number: MFCD00003294
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• eCl@ss: 39022251
• PubChem Substance ID: 24901076
• Flavis number: 9.072
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

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

Description

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.

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).

Safety Information

• Pictograms: 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 Classifications: Acute Tox. 4 Inhalation - Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Eye Irrit. 2 - Flam. Liq. 2 - STOT SE 3
• Target Organs: Respiratory system
• Storage Class Code: 3 - Flammable liquids
• WGK: WGK 1
• Flash Point(F): -4.0 °F - closed cup
• Flash Point(C): -20 °C - closed cup
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves