Chemical Properties
Piperonyl isobutyrate has a very sweet but mild, fruity and berry-like odor with some jam-like qualities. It has an
intense, sweet, plum-like flavor.
Uses
Piperonyl Isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring agent that is a mod-
erately stable, colorless to light yellow liquid of fruity odor. it should
be stored in glass or resin-lined containers. it is used in flavors for
cherry, berry, and peach aroma with applications in beverages,
candy, and baked goods at 1–4 ppm.
Definition
ChEBI: Piperonyl isobutyrate is a member of benzodioxoles.
Preparation
By esterification of the corresponding alcohol with isobutyric acid.
