Isobutyl formate

Isobutyl formate[1]
Identifiers
CAS number 542-55-2
PubChem 10957
ChemSpider 10492 Y
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Properties
Molecular formula C5H10O2
Molar mass 102.13 g mol−1
Density 0.885 g/mL
Melting point

98.4 °C, 372 K, 209 °F

Hazards
R-phrases R11 R34
S-phrases S16 S26 S33 S36/37/39 S45
Flash point 10 °C
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Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox references

Isobutyl formate (2-methylpropyl methanoate) is an organic ester with the chemical formula C5H10O2. It is formed by diluting isobutanol with methanoic acid. It is used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient because of its odor which is sweet, ethereal, and slightly fruity.[2][3]

References

  1. ^ Isobutyl formate at Sigma-Aldrich
  2. ^ Isobutyl formate, The Good Scents Company
  3. ^ Mosciano, Gerard (1989). Perfumer & Flavorist 14 (6): 47.