Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.

OSHA PEL: TWA 200 ppm
ACGIH TLV: TWA 200 ppm
DFG MAK: 100 ppm (480 mg/m³)
DOT Classification:  3; Label: Flammable Liquid

For occupational chemical analysis use NIOSH: Esters I, 1450.

The DL-sec-Butylacetate is an organic compound with the formula C₆H₁₂O₂. The IUPAC name of this chemical is butan-2-yl acetate. With the CAS registry number 105-46-4, it is also named as acetic acid, 1-methylpropyl ester. The product's categories are Acetics Acid and Esters; C6 to C7; Carbonyl Compounds; Esters. Besides, it is clear colorless to slightly yellowish liquid, which should be stored in a cool and well-ventilated place. DL-sec-Butylacetate is a solvent commonly used as a solvent in lacquers and enamels, where it is used in the production of acyclic polymers, vinyl resins, and nitrocellulose. It is a clear flammable liquid with a sweet smell.

Physical properties about DL-sec-Butylacetate are: (1)ACD/LogP: 1.59; (2)ACD/LogD (pH 5.5): 1.59; (3)ACD/LogD (pH 7.4): 1.59; (4)ACD/BCF (pH 5.5): 9.47; (5)ACD/BCF (pH 7.4): 9.47; (6)ACD/KOC (pH 5.5): 173.93; (7)ACD/KOC (pH 7.4): 173.93; (8)#H bond acceptors: 2; (9)#Freely Rotating Bonds: 3; (10)Polar Surface Area: 26.3 Å²; (11)Index of Refraction: 1.395; (12)Molar Refractivity: 31.57 cm³; (13)Molar Volume: 131.4 cm³; (14)Polarizability: 12.51×10^-24cm³; (15)Surface Tension: 24.6 dyne/cm; (16)Density: 0.883 g/cm³; (17)Flash Point: 16.1 °C; (18)Enthalpy of Vaporization: 35.11 kJ/mol; (19)Boiling Point: 112.6 °C at 760 mmHg; (20)Vapour Pressure: 21.6 mmHg at 25°C.

Preparation: this chemical can be prepared by but-2-ene and acetic acid. This reaction will need reagent ZnCl₂. The reaction temperature is 100 °C. The yield is about 78%.

Uses of DL-sec-Butylacetate: it can be used to produce 2-ethoxy-butane at temperature of 70 °C. It will need reagent trichlorosilane, hydrogen chloride. The yield is about 99%.

When you are using this chemical, please be cautious about it as the following:
It is highly flammable and repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Please keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking and take precautionary measures against static discharges. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Besides, this chemical is irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. When you are using it, wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection, avoid contact with eyes and do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray (appropriate wording to be specified by the manufacturer). In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

You can still convert the following datas into molecular structure:
(1)SMILES: O=C(OC(C)CC)C
(2)InChI: InChI=1/C6H12O2/c1-4-5(2)8-6(3)7/h5H,4H2,1-3H3
(3)InChIKey: DCKVNWZUADLDEH-UHFFFAOYAV
(4)Std. InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O2/c1-4-5(2)8-6(3)7/h5H,4H2,1-3H3
(5)Std. InChIKey: DCKVNWZUADLDEH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

The toxicity data is as follows: