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Amyl octanoate

SKU 90037034 CAS 638-25-5 Available on enquiry

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Amyl octanoate is a synthetic ester used as a flavoring agent and fragrance in food and cosmetics. It has a fruity, banana-like aroma. CAS number: 638-25-5. Molekula supplies amyl octanoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90037034
CAS Number: 638-25-5
IUPAC Name: pentyl octanoate
EC Number: 211-328-0
Exact Mass: 214.1933
SMILES: CCCCCCCC(=O)OCCCCC
InChIKey: GJWGZSBNFSBUPX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C13H26O2/c1-3-5-7-8-9-11-13(14)15-12-10-6-4-2/h3-12H2,1-2H3
PubChem CID: 61185

Synonyms

Amyl caprylate
Amyl octoate
Amyl octylate
FEMA No. 2079
N-Amyl n-octanoate
N-Amyl octanoate
n-Caprylic acid n-amyl ester
OCTANOIC ACID, PENTYL ESTER
Pentyl octanoate
Pentyl octylate

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: -34 - -35 °C
Boiling Point: 260 °C
Solubility (other solvents): Soluble in alcohol, most fixed oils; slightly soluble in propylene glycol; insoluble in glycerol, water

Source: PubChem CID 61185 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))

Frequently asked questions

What is amyl octanoate used for?

Amyl octanoate is primarily used as a flavoring agent in food and fragrance applications due to its fruity, banana-like aroma.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of amyl octanoate?

The chemical formula is C13H26O2, and the molecular weight is 214.35 g/mol.

How should amyl octanoate be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials; keep container tightly closed.

What grade of amyl octanoate does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies amyl octanoate in food-grade and technical grade, depending on customer requirements.

Can Molekula supply amyl octanoate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply amyl octanoate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of amyl octanoate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.