Ethyl anthranilate

Ethyl anthranilate, also known as Ethyl 2-aminobenzoate, is a compound with a sweet, fruity aroma reminiscent of grapes. It is commonly used in perfumery for its pleasant scent, contributing to floral and fruity fragrance compositions.

Used in the formulation of perfumes and fragrances to add a sweet, fruity note, often contributing to the creation of grape-like aromas in the scent profile.

IUPAC Name: ethyl 2-aminobenzoate
CAS Number: 87-25-2
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight: 165.19 g/mol
Boiling Point: 268.0 °C (514.40 °F)
Melting Point: 13.0 °C (55.40 °F)
Class: Ester
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: ETHYL ANTHRANILATE 2: Ethyl 2-aminobenzoate 3: Ethyl o-aminobenzoate 4: Anthranilic acid, ethyl ester 5: 2-Aminobenzoic acid ethyl ester 6: 2-Carboethoxyaniline 7: o-(Ethoxycarbonyl)aniline 8: Benzoic acid, o-amino-, ethyl ester 9: Benzoic acid, 2-amino-, ethyl ester
Chemist Says
Ethyl anthranilate is a colorless liquid with a fruity odor. Insoluble in water. (NTP, 1992)
Scent: Fruity, Orange
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: Sweet, Fruity, Grape-like
2: Fruity, Grape, Balsamic
3: Fruity, Green, Grape, Slightly Anisic
4: Fruity odor
5: Grape-like, fruity, with a slightly sweet and powdery character