Amyl formate

At a glance

Synthetic ester produced by esterifying formic acid with amyl alcohol; offers a fresh apple‑pear fruit note and is used in fruity accords and flavorings.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
synthetic production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
638-49-3
Profile
fruity, floral, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01