Product Details
Category
Flavoring Chemical Agents
Molecular Formula
CH3CO2CH2CH(CH3)C2H5
Application
flavors and fragrances
Boiling Point
138 °C/741 mmHg (lit.)
Melting Point
-74.65°C (estimate)
Density
0.876 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Product Description
2-Methylbutyl acetate is one of the key volatile aroma compounds that contribute to the characteristic aroma of apples of different varieties such as royal gala apple and Fiji apples. It also occurs naturally in pear and banana.
Molecular Weight (g/mol)
130.18
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.401 (lit.)