Amyl Propionate

Name:
Amyl Propionate
Detailed information:

M Formula:	CH3CH2COOC5H11
Properties:
Colorless, high-boiling liquid; apple-like odor. D 0.869–0.873 (20/20C); wt/gal (20C) approximately 7.25 lbs; distillation range 135–175C; flash p 106F (41.1C) (OC); autoign temp 712F (377C). Miscible with most organic solvents. Flammable.
Derivation:
By reacting amyl alcohol with propionic acid in the presence of sulfuric acid as a catalyst, followed by neutralization, drying, and distillation.
Hazard:
Fire hazard.
Use:
Perfumes, lacquers, flavors.