OlfactionaryMethyl heptanoate
At a glance
Methyl heptanoate is a synthetic methyl ester of heptanoic acid, made by esterifying heptanoic acid with methanol; it provides a fresh, fruity apple‑pear scent and is used as a top‑note in many fragrances.
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