3-Methylbutyl 2-butenoate

At a glance

Synthetic isoamyl crotonate, produced by esterifying isoamyl alcohol with crotonic acid, delivers a bright pineapple‑apple fruity note used in fresh fruit and confectionery accords.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Synthetic (esterification of isoamyl alcohol and crotonic acid)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Unsaturated ester
CAS number
25415-77-4
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01