| Ethyl pentanoate[1] | |
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Ethyl pentanoate |
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Other names
Ethyl valerate |
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| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | 539-82-2 |
| ChemSpider | 10420 |
| ChEMBL | CHEMBL47483 |
| Jmol-3D images | Image 1 |
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| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C7H14O2 |
| Molar mass | 130.18 g/mol |
| Density | 0.877 g/cm3 at 20 °C |
| Melting point |
−91 °C, 182 K, -132 °F |
| Boiling point |
145–146 °C |
| Hazards | |
| NFPA 704 |
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| Infobox references | |
Ethyl pentanoate, also commonly known as ethyl valerate, is an organic compound used in flavors. It is an ester with the molecular formula C7H14O2. This colorless liquid is poorly soluble in water but miscible with organic solvents.
As is the case with most volatile esters, it has a pleasant aroma and taste. It is used as a food additive to impart a fruity flavor, particularly of apple.