Product Description: Ethyl 2-methylpentanoate is a class of esters consisting of branched-chain isovaleric acid esterified with ethanol. The compound has a fruity, pungent smell and is commonly used as a flavoring in foods such as baked goods, dairy products and beverages. It can also be used as a fragrance ingredient in personal care products, and as a solvent or plasticizer in various industrial applications. In addition, Ethyl 2-methylpentanoate can be used as a starting material for the synthesis of other organic compounds.
Formula: C8H16O2
CAS Number: 39255-32-8
Molecular Weight: 144.21
Compound Purity: 99.78
Research Area: Others
Solubility: 10 mM in DMSO
Target: Biochemical Assay Reagents