Description

2-Methylbutyl Valerate is a versatile ester compound valued for its unique organoleptic properties and solvent characteristics. This chemical is significant for its role as a flavor and fragrance intermediate, imparting fruity and apple-like notes. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food additive, and specialty chemical synthesis industries for creating complex aromatic profiles and as a reaction medium.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key ingredient for synthesizing and enhancing fruity, apple, and berry flavor notes in food products, beverages, and perfumes.
• Food Additive Production: Used as a flavoring agent and intermediate in the manufacture of artificial essences and food-grade aromas.
• Specialty Solvent: Serves as a high-boiling point solvent for resins, coatings, and inks where specific solubility and evaporation rates are required.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a valuable building block (esterifying agent) in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Plasticizer Intermediate: Employed in the production of certain plasticizers and polymer modifiers.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Utilized as a fragrance component in soaps, lotions, and other cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Methylbutyl Valerate
CAS No.	55590-83-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Isoamyl Valerate; 3-Methylbutyl Valerate; Isopentyl Valerate; Isopentyl Pentanoate; Valeric Acid Isoamyl Ester; Appleate; Pentanoic Acid, 3-Methylbutyl Ester; 3-Methylbutyl Pentanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylbutyl Valerate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for flavor, fragrance, and technical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and safety data 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 incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation of quality. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.420
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.865
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.