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ESTERS
ESTERS

ESTERS

ESTERS Specification

  • Molecular Formula
  • Varies by ester (e.g. C4H8O2 for ethyl acetate)
  • Application
  • Widely used as solvents flavoring agents plasticizers and intermediates in chemical synthesis
  • Molecular Weight
  • Varies by ester (e.g. 88.11 g/mol for ethyl acetate)
  • Taste
  • Fruity
  • Ph Level
  • Neutral to slightly acidic (varies by ester)
  • Ingredients
  • Produced by the reaction of an alcohol and a carboxylic acid via esterification
  • Usage
  • Commonly used in coatings adhesives fragrances artificial flavors and biofuels
  • Smell
  • Pleasant and Sweet
  • Poisonous
  • NO
  • Storage
  • Store in a cool dry place; keep away from heat sparks or open flames
  • Physical Form
  • Typically liquid some esters can be found as solids
  • Density
  • . Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)
  • Purity
  • Typically ranges from 95% to 99.9% depending on the production and application
  • Structural Formula
  • Varies; commonly RCOOR where R and R are alkyl or aryl groups
  • CAS No
  • Varies by ester (e.g. 141-78-6 for ethyl acetate)
  • Shape
  • Not applicable for liquids; crystalline for some solid esters
  • Melting Point
  • Varies by ester (e.g. -83.6C for ethyl acetate)
  • Solubility
  • Limited solubility in water; generally soluble in organic solvents
  • HS Code
  • Varies by ester (e.g. 2915.39 for some esters)
  • Refractive Rate
  • Varies depending on ester type (e.g. 1.3724 for ethyl acetate)
  • Properties
  • Esters are characterized by their pleasant smell volatility and reactivity with water (hydrolysis).
  • Grade
  • Industrial food or pharmaceutical grade depending on the application
  • EINECS No
  • Varies by ester (e.g. 205-500-4 for ethyl acetate)
  • Appearance
  • Colorless to slightly yellow liquid (varies by type)
  • Shelf Life
  • Typically 12-24 months if stored properly
 
 

About ESTERS



Esters are versatile compounds widely used in various industries. These compounds are available in both liquid and solid forms, with a fruity taste and pleasant, sweet smell. They are commonly used as solvents, flavoring agents, plasticizers, and intermediates in chemical synthesis. Depending on the application, esters can be of industrial, food, or pharmaceutical grade. With neutral to slightly acidic pH levels, esters exhibit different melting points and purity levels. They are mainly utilized in coatings, adhesives, fragrances, artificial flavors, and biofuels. Esters are known for their limited solubility in water but good solubility in organic solvents. Stored in a cool, dry place, away from heat and open flames, esters have a shelf life of 12-24 months when stored properly.

FAQs of ESTERS:


Q: What are the common applications of esters?

A: Esters are commonly used as solvents, flavoring agents, plasticizers, and intermediates in chemical synthesis.

Q: How should esters be stored?

A: Esters should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from heat, sparks, or open flames.

Q: What is the shelf life of esters?

A: The shelf life of esters is typically 12-24 months if stored properly.

Q: What is the molecular formula of ethyl acetate?

A: The molecular formula of ethyl acetate is C4H8O2.

Q: In what industries are esters commonly used?

A: Esters are commonly used in coatings, adhesives, fragrances, artificial flavors, and biofuels.

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