Methyl 2-Methylbutyrate
Methyl 2-methylbutyrate (CAS 80-58-0; the same compound is also commonly associated with CAS 868-57-5) is a colorless to pale yellow ester with a fruity, apple-like odor, formula C₆H₁₂O₂ and MW 116.16. It is used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient and as an intermediate in fine chemical synthesis, particularly where a branched C5 ester structure is required.
• Flavor and fragrance: fruity ester for aroma applications.
• Fine chemical synthesis: intermediate for specialty esters and derivatives.
• Solvent and formulation applications: where a volatile ester is suitable.
• Aroma chemical research: reference material for food-related and fragrance studies.
Product Name: Methyl 2-Methylbutyrate
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