Description

Ethyl Isovalerate is a clear, colorless liquid ester valued for its characteristic fruity, apple-like aroma. This compound is a versatile flavor and fragrance intermediate essential for creating complex, natural-tasting profiles. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the food & beverage, flavor & fragrance, and cosmetic industries for its reliable performance and organoleptic properties.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A key ingredient in creating apple, berry, and tropical fruit flavor compositions for beverages, candies, and dairy products.
• Perfumery & Cosmetics: Used as a fragrance component in soaps, detergents, lotions, and fine perfumes for its fresh, fruity top notes.
• Food & Beverage Production: Employed as a synthetic flavoring agent in baked goods, confectionery, and alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable intermediate or solvent in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Industrial Applications: Can be used in specialty coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations where its solvent properties and volatility are beneficial.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Isovalerate
CAS No.	108-64-5
Molecular Formula	C7H14O2
Molecular Weight	130.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Methylbutanoate; Ethyl Isopentanoate; Isovaleric Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Methylbutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Butanoic acid, 3-methyl-, ethyl ester; FEMA 2463; Ethyl 3-methylbutyrate
EINECS	203-706-1

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Isovalerate is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for flavor, fragrance, and technical applications. We ensure consistent purity, odor profile, and physical properties through rigorous in-process and final batch testing. Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirming compliance with specifications such as FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and ISO standards are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain quality. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Odor	Characteristic fruity, apple-like
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.395 - 1.400
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.860 - 0.865
Acidity (as Isovaleric Acid)	≤ 0.1%

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