Isobutyl hexanoate

At a glance

Synthetic ester produced by esterifying isobutanol with hexanoic acid; imparts a fresh apple‑pear, fruity aroma and is used as a top‑note in perfumery and flavoring.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
synthetic production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
105-79-3
Profile
fruity, floral, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01