Hexanoic Acid, 2-Ethyl-, Methyl Ester
Aroma Chemical CAS 816-19-3
A fresh fruity note with a green, mildly waxy character. It adds a soft fruity green nuance to fruity and floral accords.
Odor profile
| Descriptor 1 | Fruity |
| Descriptor 2 | Floral |
| Descriptor 3 | Violet |
Identification
| CAS Number | 816-19-3 |
| Category | Aroma Chemical |
| Formula | C9H18O2 |
| Mol. Weight | 158.24 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl 2-ethylhexanoate |
| InChIKey | KICUISADAVMYCJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Synonyms
2-ethyl hexanoic acid methyl ester, 2-ethylhexanoic acid methyl ester, methyl 2-ethylhexanoate
Physical and chemical data
| Boiling Point | 176.00 °C |
| Flash Point | 59.40 °C |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.090000 mmHg @ 25.00 C. (est) |
| LogP | 3.177 |
| Solubility | alcohol; water, 117.8 mg/L @ 25 C (est) |
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