Description

2-Pentylvalerianate (CAS NO 89155-38-4) is a valuable ester compound widely utilized as a flavor and fragrance ingredient. Its importance lies in its ability to impart fruity, green, and waxy notes, making it a versatile component for creating complex organoleptic profiles. This product is essential for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries seeking to enhance product appeal and sensory characteristics.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A key intermediate and aroma chemical used to create fruity, apple-like, and green nuances in perfumes, colognes, and air fresheners.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Employed as a synthetic flavoring agent to impart or enhance fruity flavors in candies, beverages, dairy products, and baked goods.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used as a fragrance component in soaps, lotions, shampoos, and other personal care products for its pleasant and stable scent profile.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block or intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals.
• Industrial Applications: Potential use as a solvent or plasticizer in specialized formulations due to its ester properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentylvalerianate
CAS No.	89155-38-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pentyl Valerate; Pentyl 2-Pentylvalerate; Valeric Acid, 2-Pentyl Ester; 2-Pentyl Pentanoate; Amyl Valerate; Appleate; Fructone; (Commercial/Trade names may vary)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pentylvalerianate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including chromatography and spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.425
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.