Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Butyl valerate (CAS: 591-68-4)?
Answer
Butyl valerate is primarily used as a flavoring agent in the food industry and as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics. It is also used as a solvent and in the synthesis of other chemicals.
About
CAS No
591-68-4
English Name
Butyl valerate
Molecular Formula
C9H18O2
Molecular Weight
158.24 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCC(=O)OCCCC
InChIKey
OKJADYKTJJGKDX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
