Amyl butyrate

At a glance

Synthetic ester formed by esterifying amyl (pentyl) alcohol with butyric acid; offers a fresh, sweet apple‑pear fruitiness and is used as a top‑note in perfumery and flavoring.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
synthetic production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
540-18-1
Profile
fruity, sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01