Description

Ethyl 3-Methylhexanoate is a branched-chain ester valued for its unique organoleptic properties and versatility as a chemical intermediate. This compound is significant for its role in creating complex flavor and fragrance profiles, offering a fruity, green, and slightly waxy character. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food & beverage, and specialty chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key ingredient for imparting fruity, apple-like, and green nuances in perfumes, cosmetics, and air fresheners.
• Food & Beverage Additive: Used as a synthetic flavoring agent to enhance or create specific fruit flavors in confectionery, beverages, and dairy products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block or intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Solvent & Carrier: Functions as a solvent for resins, oils, and other organic compounds in specialty formulations.
• Industrial Aromatics: Employed in the production of industrial deodorants and cleaning agents for its pleasant, masking odor.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Methylhexanoate
CAS No.	41692-47-1
Molecular Formula	C9H18O2
Molecular Weight	158.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Methylcaproate; 3-Methylhexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Methylhexanoate; Ethyl β-Methylcaproate; FEMA 4349; NSC 22189; 3-Methylhexanoic acid, ethyl ester
EINECS	255-478-5

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Methylhexanoate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We offer grades suitable for flavor & fragrance (FEMA 4349) and industrial applications, with specifications ensuring high purity and consistent organoleptic quality. Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and compliance with relevant standards are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.415
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.860 - 0.870
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

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