HEPTYL FORMATE
- CAS NO.:112-23-2
- Empirical Formula: C8H16O2
- Molecular Weight: 144.21
- MDL number: MFCD00053380
- EINECS: 203-949-0
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2025-12-31 16:09:46
What is HEPTYL FORMATE?
Description
Heptyl formate has a fruity-floral odor with an orris-rose undertone and a sweet taste reminiscent of plum. May be synthesized from n-heptyl bromide and formamide at the boil.
Chemical properties
Colorless liquid; fruity odor.
Chemical properties
Heptyl formate has a fruity-foral odor with an orris-rose undertone and a sweet taste reminiscent of plum.
Occurrence
Reported found in kumquat peel oil and beer
The Uses of HEPTYL FORMATE
Heptyl Formate is a synthetic flavoring agent that is a moderately stable, colorless to light yellow liquid of fruity odor. it should be stored in glass or tin containers. it is used in fruit flavors such as apricot, pear, and plum with applications in beverages, ice cream, candy, and baked goods at 1–4 ppm.
The Uses of HEPTYL FORMATE
Artificial fruit essences.
Preparation
From n-heptyl bromide and formamide at the boil.
Definition
ChEBI: Heptyl formate is a carboxylic ester.
Hazard
Combustible.
Properties of HEPTYL FORMATE
| Melting point: | -46.4°C |
| Boiling point: | 178 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 0.882 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| refractive index | n |
| FEMA | 2552 | HEPTYL FORMATE |
| Flash point: | 140 °F |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. green waxy floral herbal plum apple cucumber |
| JECFA Number | 121 |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Formic acid, heptyl ester (112-23-2) |
Safety information for HEPTYL FORMATE
| Signal word | Danger |
| Pictogram(s) |
![]() Flame Flammables GHS02 ![]() Corrosion Corrosives GHS05 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H226:Flammable liquids H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H318:Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. |
Computed Descriptors for HEPTYL FORMATE
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