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Although mainly suitable as a solvent of low odor level, Benzyl nonanoate could be used as a blender: modifier in Oriental fragrance types, in Citrus fragrances (where it could act partly as a fixative) and in Fougeres, etc. However, it does not seem to have gained much popularity among creative perfumers.

Benzyl nonanoate can be produced from Benzyl alcohol and Nonoic acid by direct esterification under azeotropic conditions.