Compound Q&A
What is Ethyl octanoate (CAS: 106-32-1)?
Answer
Ethyl octanoate is a chemical compound with the formula C10H20O2. It is a colorless liquid with a fruity, ester-like odor commonly associated with apple and peach notes. Ethyl octanoate is soluble in alcohol and ether but has limited solubility in water. It is widely used in flavor and fragrance industries due to its pleasant aroma and chemical stability.
About
CAS No
106-32-1
English Name
Ethyl octanoate
Molecular Formula
C10H20O2
Molecular Weight
172.27 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCC(=O)OCC
InChIKey
YYZUSRORWSJGET-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
