Amyl Butyrate

Amyl Butyrate appears as a colorless liquid, less dense than water. It emits a fruity and fresh aroma, reminiscent of apricots and pears, widely used in the perfume industry for its light and refreshing scent.

Utilized in perfumery to introduce light, fresh, fruity notes, especially in fragrances that aim for a natural, airy scent profile. It’s often used to mimic or enhance fruity aromas like apricot and pear.

IUPAC Name: pentyl butanoate
CAS Number: 540-18-1
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight: 158.24 g/mol
Boiling Point: 186.0 °C (366.80 °F)
Melting Point: -73.2 °C (-99.76 °F)
Class: Ester
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: PENTYL BUTYRATE 2: Amyl butyrate 3: Pentyl butanoate 4: n-Amyl butyrate 5: Butanoic acid, pentyl ester 6: Amyl butanoate 7: 1-Pentyl butyrate 8: n-Pentyl butanoate 9: Butyric acid, pentyl ester
Chemist Says
N-amyl butyrate appears as a colorless liquid. Less dense than water. May emit acrid fumes and irritating smoke when burned. Used to make plastics.
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: Fresh, Fruity, Apricot, Pear
2: Sweet, Fruity, Fresh, Apple, Pear
3: Fruity, Apple, Banana, Strawberry
4: Sweet, fruity scent with a banana-like nuance.