Benzyl 2,2-dimethylpropanoate

At a glance

Synthetic benzyl pivalate, the benzyl ester of pivalic acid, gives a sweet, fruity, apple‑like scent with buttery nuances, used to impart fresh fruitiness in modern fragrances.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Synthetic (benzyl alcohol + pivalic acid)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
2094-69-1
Profile
floral, herbal, chamomile
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01