Decyl Acetate, commonly referred to as Acetate C-10, is an ester known for its fruity and floral aroma with a slight hint of pear. It is widely used in the fragrance industry to impart a fresh, light fruitiness to various perfumes and scented products, enhancing the overall sensory experience with its subtle, natural scent profile.
Widely used in perfumery to create or enhance fruity and floral notes, particularly for adding a fresh, pear-like scent to fragrances.
IUPAC Name: decyl acetateCAS Number: 112-17-4
Molecular Formula: C12H24O2
Molecular Weight: 200.32 g/mol
Boiling Point: 126.00 °C
Melting Point: -15.00 °C
Class: Ester
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: DECYL ACETATE 2: n-Decyl acetate 3: Acetic acid, decyl ester 4: n-Decyl ethanoate 5: 1-Decanol acetate 6: Decyl ethanoate 7: Acetate C 10 8: Decanyl acetate 9: 1-Decyl acetate
Chemist Says
Liquid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Scent: Pear, Floral, Orange-Rose
Scent profile
Scent profiles are inherently subjective and can significantly differ among individuals, and may also be influenced by the conditions at the time of evaluation. The information provided here is a synthesis of data from diverse sources, including books, cross-references, artificial intelligence analyses, and chemical research sites, aiming to present a comprehensive overview. We've distilled this information to highlight the most frequently observed scent profiles for each molecule or compound, offering a generalized perspective.
1: Fruity, Floral, Pear
2: Fruity, Waxy, Slightly Floral
3: Fruity, Peach-like
4: Waxy, fruity, with a slightly green and pear-like character