Description

Benzyl Isovalerate is a versatile ester compound valued for its characteristic fruity, apple-like aroma. This clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid is a key ingredient in the creation of complex fragrance and flavor profiles. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, cosmetic, and food processing industries. Its stability and pleasant odor profile make it an essential component for perfumery and flavoring applications.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A core component in perfumes, colognes, and fine fragrances, providing sweet, fruity, and apple-like top notes.
• Flavor Creation: Used as a flavoring agent in food products, beverages, and confectionery to impart apple, berry, and tropical fruit nuances.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into soaps, lotions, shampoos, and other scented personal care products for its stable and pleasant aroma.
• Household Products: Employed in the scenting of air fresheners, detergents, and fabric softeners.
• Industrial Aromatics: Used in technical applications where a specific, non-offensive fruity odor is required.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in organic synthesis for more complex chemical entities.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Benzyl Isovalerate
CAS No.	103-38-8
Molecular Formula	C12H16O2
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 3-Methylbutanoate; Benzyl Isopentanoate; Isovaleric Acid Benzyl Ester; 3-Methylbutanoic Acid Phenylmethyl Ester; Benzyl 3-Methylbutyrate; FEMA 2152; NSC 406908
EINECS	203-107-6

Quality Control

Our Benzyl Isovalerate is produced and tested to meet high-purity standards suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. Quality is assured through rigorous in-process and final batch testing, including chromatographic analysis and organoleptic evaluation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and physical parameters. Our quality management system ensures consistent batch-to-batch reliability and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain purity and prevent volatility.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.490
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.980 - 0.990
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Odor	Characteristic fruity, apple-like

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.